Mecca East Airport

OE49

Mecca, SA

Last Updated
May 14, 15:00Z

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Currently using: OETF
Weather Source: Ta’if Regional Airport (OETF)
Distance: 31nm / 57km from OE49

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 11 min ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
33°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -6°C
13 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR OETF 141500Z 30013KT 9999 FEW030 33/M06 Q1016 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,210 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,210 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Mecca East Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 13 knots. Runway 01/19 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 12-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 33°C (91°F) with a dewpoint of -6°C, indicating very dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
976 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,210 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,128 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,578 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +20.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF OETF 141100Z 1412/1518 31014KT 9999 FEW030 BECMG 1420/1422 31004KT CAVOK BECMG 1506/1508 30014KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:10Z BASE
+0h
VFR 310° 14 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
20:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR 310° 4 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
E49
01 ✈️
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 01
7,865 ft 140 ft ASP 12°
4.4 kt 12.2 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Mecca East Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: OE49
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,210 ft MSL

Location

City: Mecca
Country: SA
Latitude: 21.437500°
Longitude: 39.994202°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-3

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 7,865 ft
Width: 140 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Mecca East Airport

Mecca East Airport (OE49) is located in Mecca, SA at an elevation of 1,210 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (01/19), with the longest at 7,865 feet.

Airport Overview

Mecca East Airport serves Mecca in SA. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (01/19) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 7,865 feet, accommodating most general aviation and regional aircraft.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check appropriate aeronautical charts for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from OE49, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.