Pemba Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 11h 50m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Pemba Airport
Pemba Airport may refer to: Pemba Airport (Mozambique) in Pemba, Mozambique (IATA: POL, ICAO: FQPB) Pemba Airport (Tanzania) on Pemba Island, Zanzibar, Tanzania (IATA: PMA, ICAO: HTPE)
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
FQPBNOTAMs
FQPBReference 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 / 35 | 5,905 ft / 1,800 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 08 / 26 | 2,625 ft / 800 m | 98 ft | Asp | Unlit | Closed |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | TWR | 118.400 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PEMBA | Class C | TMA | 2000 ft MSL | FL145 |
| PEMBA | Class C | CTR | GND | 3700 ft MSL |
| BEIRA | Class G | FIR | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Mozambique 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: SSE (from about 157.5°), on 12% of observations, averaging 11 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 90% | 1,946 ft | |
| Feb | 89% | 1,946 ft | |
| Mar | 88% | 1,929 ft | |
| Apr | 90% | 1,884 ft | |
| May | 96% | 1,654 ft | |
| Jun | 97% | 1,424 ft | |
| Jul | 97% | 1,305 ft | |
| Aug | 95% | 1,342 ft | |
| Sep | 95% | 1,498 ft | |
| Oct | 94% | 1,691 ft | |
| Nov | 93% | 1,891 ft | |
| Dec | 91% | 2,003 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~1,305–2,003 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Pemba Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Pemba Airport?
The ICAO code for Pemba Airport is FQPB, and its IATA code is POL.
Where is Pemba Airport located?
Pemba Airport is medium airport located in Pemba, Mozambique, at an elevation of 331 ft (101 m).
How many runways does Pemba Airport have?
Pemba Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 5,905 ft / 1,800 m.
Which airlines fly to Pemba Airport?
Airlines historically serving Pemba Airport include Air Mozambique, Kenya Airways, South African Airways (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Pemba Airport?
Historical data lists 6 nonstop destinations from Pemba Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Pemba Airport in?
Pemba Airport is in the Africa/Maputo time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Pemba Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Pemba Airport is approximately 7.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Pemba Airport?
The nearest airport to Pemba Airport is Quirimba Airstrip (MZ-0046), about 34.3 nm to the n, followed by Ibo Airport and Matemo Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Pemba Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.