Omboue Hospital Airport

FOOH / OMB

Omboue, GA

Last Updated
Jul 5, 07:00Z

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Currently using: FOOG
Weather Source: Port Gentil Airport (FOOG)
Distance: 60nm / 111km from FOOH

Current Weather

Display Units
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07:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
8 kt
200°
9 km
Visibility
3,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FOOG 050700Z 20008KT 9000 FEW008 BKN033 22/20 Q1016

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 33 ft
FEW 800 ft AGL
BKN 3,300 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
833 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,333 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Omboue Hospital Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,300 feet and 9 km visibility. Note: This observation is 1.2 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (200°) at 8 knots. Runway 14/32 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 km. The ceiling is 3300 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 20°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF FOOG 050500Z 0506/0606 19008KT 9000 SCT008 BKN030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:12Z BASE
+0h
VFR 190° 8 kt
Visibility: 9 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OOH
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
5,285 ft 98 ft ASP 135°
4.0 kt 6.9 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Omboue Hospital Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FOOH
IATA Code: OMB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 33 ft MSL

Location

City: Omboue
Country: GA
Latitude: -1.574730°
Longitude: 9.262690°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 5,285 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Omboue Hospital Airport

Overview

Omboue Hospital Airport serves the Omboue region in Gabon, functioning as a medium-sized airport at a low coastal elevation of 33 feet mean sea level. Located at coordinates -1.574730, 9.262690, the airport provides essential transportation infrastructure for the local healthcare and community infrastructure. Its designation as FOOH identifies it within the international aviation code system.

Flying Conditions

The airport's low elevation of 33 ft MSL indicates a coastal environment with potentially variable maritime weather conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential humidity, sea-level wind patterns, and potential low visibility scenarios typical of coastal West African regions. The airport's geographical position suggests potential for rapid meteorological changes requiring continuous weather monitoring.

Notable Features

Omboue Hospital Airport features a single runway (14/32) with an asphalt surface measuring 5,285 feet in length. The runway orientation suggests potential crosswind landing scenarios, particularly given the coastal geographic context. The medium airport classification indicates capability for supporting regional commercial and medical transport operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 14/32's substantial 5,285-foot length provides adequate operational flexibility for most regional aircraft types. Approach planning should consider potential maritime wind influences and the low coastal elevation. Pilots should prepare for potential visibility challenges and ensure thorough preflight weather assessment given the airport's geographic characteristics.

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.

Official Data Sources

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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.