Tioman Airport

WMBT / TOD

Tioman Island, MY

Last Updated
May 15, 07:00Z

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Weather Source: Senai International Airport (WMKJ)
Distance: 77nm / 142km from WMBT

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 39 min ago
07:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
7 kt
280°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR WMKJ 150700Z 28007KT 250V330 9999 FEW020 28/23 Q1006

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 15 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,015 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Tioman Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 7 knots. Runway 20 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 23°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 06:00Z and 09:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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 WMKJ 150500Z 1506/1606 VRB03KT 9999 FEW018 TEMPO 1506/1509 4000 TSRA FEW017CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:39Z BASE
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VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MBT
02
20 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 20
3,255 ft 100 ft ASP 26°
1.2 kt 6.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Tioman Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: WMBT
IATA Code: TOD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 15 ft MSL

Location

City: Tioman Island
Country: MY
Latitude: 2.818180°
Longitude: 104.160004°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 3,255 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Tioman Airport

Overview

Tioman Airport serves Tioman Island, located off the eastern coast of Peninsular Malaysia. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 15 feet mean sea level, it provides critical air access to this island destination. The airport supports regional transportation needs for the island's tourism and local communities.

Flying Conditions

Tioman Island's tropical maritime climate produces variable weather conditions that pilots must carefully monitor. The airport's coastal location means potential for rapid weather changes, including localized rain showers and shifting wind patterns. Visibility and wind conditions can fluctuate significantly throughout the day due to the island's topography and surrounding marine environment.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (02/20) measuring 3,255 feet with an asphalt surface. Its relatively short runway length requires careful performance planning for aircraft operations. The surrounding terrain includes significant elevation changes typical of a tropical island environment, which can create complex local wind and turbulence patterns.

Approach Considerations

Approaches to runway 02/20 demand precise navigation due to the island's terrain and the runway's limited length. Pilots should be prepared for potential wind shear and turbulence associated with the island's mountainous landscape. Standard instrument approach procedures and thorough preflight planning are critical for safe operations at this airport.

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.