Marie-Galante Airport

TFFM / GBJ

Grand-Bourg, GP

Last Updated
May 14, 19:00Z

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Weather Source: Douglas-Charles Airport (TDPD)
Distance: 19nm / 36km from TFFM

Current Weather

Display Units
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19:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
12 kt
110°
10+ km
Visibility
1,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR TDPD 141900Z 11012KT 9999 BKN016 28/24 Q1016

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 16 ft
BKN 1,600 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,616 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Marie-Galante Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1.8 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (110°) at 12 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 4-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 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions between 12:00Z and 18:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF TDPD 141700Z 1418/1518 12013KT 9999 SCT018 PROB40 TEMPO 1512/1518 BKN015
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:45Z BASE
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VFR 120° 13 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FFM
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
4,068 ft 98 ft ASP 78°
11.3 kt 4.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Marie-Galante Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: TFFM
IATA Code: GBJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 16 ft MSL

Location

City: Grand-Bourg
Country: GP
Latitude: 15.868925°
Longitude: -61.270087°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 4,068 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Marie-Galante Airport

Overview

Marie-Galante Airport serves the island of Marie-Galante, located in the Guadeloupe archipelago of the Caribbean. Situated in Grand-Bourg, this medium-sized airport provides essential air transportation infrastructure for the island, connecting it to regional destinations. The airport sits at a low elevation of 16 feet above mean sea level, typical of Caribbean coastal airports.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences tropical maritime weather conditions characteristic of the Caribbean region. Winds predominantly align with the runway 09/27 orientation, which spans 4,068 feet and is surfaced with asphalt. Pilots should anticipate potential thermal and convective activity common to island environments, with potential rapid weather changes due to the proximity to ocean and mountainous terrain.

Notable Features

Marie-Galante Airport's single runway (09/27) provides a critical transportation link for the island's 11,600 residents. The airport's low elevation and geographical position make it susceptible to marine layer formations and potential crosswind conditions. Its location at coordinates 15.868925, -61.270087 places it in a strategic position within the Guadeloupe archipelago.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27's 4,068-foot asphalt surface accommodates regional aircraft operations. Approaches should consider the prevailing easterly winds and potential marine layer conditions. Pilots should be prepared for potential wind variability due to the island's topography and coastal positioning.

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.