M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
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About M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport
M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport is an airport serving the city of Franceville, Haut-Ogooué Province, Gabon. The airport is 16 kilometres (9.9 mi) west of the city, near the village of M'Vengue.
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Live weather
FOONNOTAMs
FOONReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 / 33 | 10,105 ft / 3,080 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | A/G VOICE RDO | 655.900 MHz |
| TWR | MVENGUE TWR | 118.200 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TMA FRANCEVILLE | Class C | TMA | 984 ft GND | FL245 |
| CTR FRANCEVILLE MVENGUE | Class C | CTR | GND | 984 ft GND |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Gabon airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: S (from about 180°), on 16% of observations, averaging 4 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 51% | 3,246 ft | |
| Feb | 52% | 3,274 ft | |
| Mar | 55% | 3,365 ft | |
| Apr | 47% | 3,303 ft | |
| May | 40% | 3,192 ft | |
| Jun | 23% | 2,999 ft | |
| Jul | 16% | 2,873 ft | |
| Aug | 28% | 2,954 ft | |
| Sep | 29% | 3,147 ft | |
| Oct | 36% | 3,155 ft | |
| Nov | 36% | 3,127 ft | |
| Dec | 48% | 3,209 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~2,873–3,365 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport?
The ICAO code for M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport is FOON, and its IATA code is MVB.
Where is M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport located?
M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport is medium airport located in Franceville, Gabon, at an elevation of 1,450 ft (442 m).
How many runways does M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport have?
M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 10,105 ft / 3,080 m.
What time zone is M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport in?
M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport is in the Africa/Libreville time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport is approximately 0.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport?
The nearest airport to M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport is Moanda Airport (MFF), about 13.6 nm to the nw, followed by Mboungou Airstrip and Akieni Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.