Bassatine Airport

GMFM / MEK

Meknes, MA

Last Updated
May 15, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 33 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
10 kt
300°
8 km
Visibility
1,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR GMFM 151000Z 30010KT 8000 BKN016 17/09 Q1015 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,890 ft
BKN 1,600 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,490 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Bassatine Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,600 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 10 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 1600 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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

QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
952 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,890 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,838 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,532 ft
ISA Deviation: +5.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF GMFM 150500Z 1506/1612 VRB02KT 9999 SCT020 BECMG 1512/1516 32010KT 9999 BKN020 SCT100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:33Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
12:00Z BECMG
+2h
MVFR 320° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MFM
08
26 ✈️
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
6,420 ft 164 ft ASP 77°
7.7 kt 6.4 kt
40° angle
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
9,252 ft 164 ft ASP 83°
8.7 kt 5.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - GMFM

5,746 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
56.8%
MVFR
39%
IFR
3.7%
LIFR
0.6%

Bassatine Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 56.8% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 4.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8 knots. Temperature extremes range from 2°C to 39°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.1%
NE
3.9%
E
10.6%
SE
7.7%
S
21.1%
SW
13.7%
W
18.7%
NW
19.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.6°C
Range: 2°C to 39°C
2°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.9%

Best Months for VFR

October September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt
Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 5,746 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bassatine Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: GMFM
IATA Code: MEK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,890 ft MSL

Location

City: Meknes
Country: MA
Latitude: 33.879101°
Longitude: -5.515120°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+0

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 6,420 ft
Width: 164 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09/27
Length: 9,252 ft
Width: 164 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Bassatine Airport

Overview

Bassatine Airport serves the Meknes region in Morocco, situated at an elevation of 1,890 feet above mean sea level. As a medium-sized airport, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the surrounding area, with two substantial asphalt runways capable of accommodating various aircraft types. Its strategic location offers important transportation and operational capabilities for the region.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 62.9% of observations showing clear flying conditions and an additional 34.8% in marginal VFR. Prevailing winds are from the south at an average of 7.6 knots, with occasional gusts up to 25 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from 2°C to 39°C, with an average of 15.2°C, which pilots should consider for performance calculations.

Notable Features

Both runways (08/26 and 09/27) offer extensive length, with 6,420 and 9,252 feet respectively, providing substantial operational flexibility. The airport's geographical coordinates at 33.879101, -5.515120 place it in a relatively flat terrain environment. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with consistent average crosswind conditions of 5 knots.

Approach Considerations

October, September, and November represent the most favorable VFR months for operations. With minimal fog (0.1% of observations) and consistently high visibility (average 10 statute miles), approach and landing conditions are generally excellent. The dual runway configuration allows for flexible wind-aligned approaches, with either 08/26 or 09/27 providing optimal landing options based on current wind conditions.

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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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.