Maio Airport

GVMA / MMO

Vila do Maio, CV

Last Updated
May 15, 04:00Z

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Currently using: GVNP
Weather Source: Nelson Mandela International Airport (GVNP)
Distance: 20nm / 38km from GVMA

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 28 min ago
04:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
14 kt
40°
10+ km
Visibility
1,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR GVNP 150400Z 04014KT 9999 BKN016 BKN200 22/17 Q1014 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 36 ft
BKN 1,600 ft AGL
BKN 20,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,636 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
20,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
20,036 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Maio Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (40°) at 14 knots. Runway 01/19 is favored with a 12-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1600 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 17°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. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions between 10:00Z and 20:00Z.

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
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1013 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (36 ft)
Pressure Alt
14 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 863 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF COR GVNP 142300Z 1500/1606 03016KT 9999 BKN016 PROB40 TEMPO 1510/1520 03016G26KT SCT016
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:27Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 30° 16 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,600 ft
10:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+6h
VFR 30° 16 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
VMA
01 ✈️
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 01
3,937 ft 0 ft ASP
12.1 kt 7.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Maio Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: GVMA
IATA Code: MMO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 36 ft MSL

Location

City: Vila do Maio
Country: CV
Latitude: 15.155900°
Longitude: -23.213699°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+2

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 3,937 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Maio Airport

Overview

Maio Airport serves Vila do Maio on Cape Verde's Maio Island, providing essential aviation infrastructure for this remote island location. As a medium-sized airport situated at 36 feet above mean sea level, it supports regional transportation needs for this Atlantic island community.

Flying Conditions

Cape Verde's maritime tropical climate influences airport conditions, characterized by consistent winds and minimal precipitation. Pilots should anticipate stable weather patterns typical of the archipelago's coastal environment, with generally predictable atmospheric conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport features a single asphalt runway (01/19) measuring 3,937 feet in length, accommodating regional aircraft and providing critical transportation infrastructure for Maio Island. Its coastal positioning at coordinates 15.155900, -23.213699 means terrain and wind interactions may require careful navigation considerations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19's orientation suggests potential crosswind scenarios typical of island airports. Pilots should be prepared for potential wind variability and carefully assess local conditions during approach, utilizing standard island airport procedures for safe landing and departure.

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

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.