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IFRAkwa Ibom International Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with broken clouds at 900 feet and 4 km visibility. Note: This observation is 26 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the north-northwest (330°) at 3 knots.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is reduced to 4 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. The ceiling is 900 feet AGL (broken). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 1,800 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 25°C (77°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.
Pilot Recommendations
An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.
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Airport Runway Layout
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| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 03/21
Active: 03
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11,811 ft | 0 ft | 0° |
↑ 1.5 kt
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↔ 2.6 kt
60° angle
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About Akwa Ibom International Airport
Overview
Akwa Ibom International Airport serves the southeastern Nigerian city of Uyo, positioned at 4.872500° N, 8.093000° E. As a medium-sized airport situated at 170 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Akwa Ibom State region. The airport features a substantial runway 03/21 measuring 11,811 feet in length, capable of supporting various aircraft operations.
Flying Conditions
The airport's relatively low elevation at 170 feet MSL suggests a generally stable atmospheric environment with minimal extreme altitude-related performance considerations. Given its tropical location, pilots should anticipate potential thermal activity and localized convective weather patterns typical of the Nigerian coastal region. Seasonal wind variations may influence runway selection and approach planning.
Notable Features
Located in southeastern Nigeria's coastal plain, Akwa Ibom International Airport is surrounded by terrain that transitions between coastal and inland landscapes. The extensive 11,811-foot runway provides significant operational flexibility for different aircraft types and weights. Pilots should maintain awareness of potential local terrain and microclimate effects during approach and departure phases.
Approach Considerations
The runway's 03/21 orientation suggests potential crosswind scenarios depending on prevailing wind directions. With a substantial runway length of 11,811 feet, the airport offers generous landing and takeoff margins for most aircraft categories. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and wind assessments during pre-flight planning, utilizing current meteorological data for precise approach strategy.
Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.
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