FBSK — Sir Seretse Khama Intl
Raw METAR: METAR FBSK 052200Z 31004KT CAVOK 06/03 Q1021 NOSIG
Observed: 2026-06-05T22:00:00Z (LIVE_BETA)
Data source: AviationWeather.gov (NOAA) + SAWS/ASECNA/NAMA/ACMAD references
Fetch time: 2026-06-05T22:12:55.244905Z | Latency: 12.9 min
Decoded METAR
| Wind | 310° 4 kt |
|---|---|
| Gust | -- kt |
| Variable wind | -- |
| Visibility | -- m |
| Weather | -- |
| Clouds | -- |
| Ceiling | -- |
| Temperature | 6 °C |
| Dewpoint | 3 °C |
| QNH | 1021 hPa |
TAF summary
Raw TAF: TAF FBSK 052200Z 0600/0706 24004KT CAVOK
Valid: 0600 → 0706
Key changes: None
Time to TAF expiry: 31.8 hours
Runway wind components
Why it matters: Crosswind, tailwind, and gust spread affect handling and performance. Headwind is generally helpful but not a limit.
| Runway | Length (m) | Headwind (kt) | Crosswind (kt) | Tailwind (kt) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 | 3000 m | 0.0 | 3.1 (L) | 2.6 |
| 26 | 3000 m | 2.6 | 3.1 (R) | 0.0 |
Communications & Frequencies
Cascades from FIR/ACC/information defaults to local aerodrome services. Frequencies are training/reference data and must be verified against official AIS/AIP before operational use.
| Layer | Callsign | Frequency | Hours | Type | Use | Sector | Fallback | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FIR | Gaborone FIR | 124.40 | H24 | informational | En-route FIR contact | Botswana FIR | -- | needs_official_review |
| Information | Gaborone Information | 126.60 | H24 | informational | Flight information service | Botswana FIR | Gaborone FIR | needs_official_review |
| SAR / Guard | Gaborone Rescue / Guard | 121.50 | H24 | informational | Emergency / search-and-rescue guard frequency | Botswana FIR | 121.50 guard | needs_official_review |
| Area | Gaborone Control | 128.90 | H24 | control | Area/ACC handoff | Botswana FIR | Gaborone Information | needs_official_review |
| ATIS | Sir Seretse Khama Intl ATIS | Verify AIP | H24 | informational | Published ATIS/AWOS frequency not yet curated in the training pack | Aerodrome information | Sir Seretse Khama Intl Information | needs_airfield_specific_frequency |
| INFO | Sir Seretse Khama Intl Information | 118.24 | H24 | informational | Primary aerodrome information or advisory frequency | Aerodrome | Gaborone Information | needs_official_review |
| GROUND | Sir Seretse Khama Intl Ground | 121.14 | H24 | control | Taxi, startup, and apron movement | Surface | Sir Seretse Khama Intl Tower | needs_official_review |
| TWR | Sir Seretse Khama Intl Tower | 118.37 | H24 | control | Circuit, take-off, landing, and CTR control | CTR | Gaborone Information | needs_official_review |
| APP | Sir Seretse Khama Intl Approach | 119.01 | H24 | control | Arrival, departure, and terminal sequencing | TMA / approach sector | Gaborone Control | needs_official_review |
Primary briefing frequency: 118.24
SAR / emergency frequency: 121.50
Coverage note: Training/reference communications transcription for Sir Seretse Khama Intl. Verify against the latest AIP/AD and ATS unit publications.
Source: CAAB / Botswana AIS | Botswana AIS circulars and AIP portal | effective 2026-03-12 | verified 2026-03-15
Runway surface condition
| Runway | Surface | Condition |
|---|---|---|
| 08 | ASPH | Not reported |
| 26 | ASPH | Not reported |
Condition is inferred from sample NOTAM wording when available.
NOTAM highlights
- No NOTAM sample available.
Carb icing risk chart (quick-look)
Current risk: High
Serious icing possible at descent/low power.
| Temp/Dew spread | Typical risk |
|---|---|
| ≤ 3°C | High (with suitable temp range) |
| 4–6°C | Moderate |
| 7–10°C | Low |
| > 10°C | Minimal |
Profile-based go/no-go (training aid)
Advisory only. Always apply licence privileges, company SOPs, and POH/AFM limits.
Night operations
- Night ops allowed: yes
- Lighting: RWY edge yes, threshold yes, taxiway yes, apron yes
- PPR required: no
- Ops hours: H24
- Notes: Reference only.
Airspace & Circuit
- FIR: Gaborone FIR
- CTR: yes
- TMA: yes
- Class: D — Controlled aerodrome/terminal airspace
- Service type coverage: control, informational
- Entry/clearance note: ATC clearance required for at least one local service.
- Circuit: L / 1000 ft AGL
- Noise abatement: Training reference only.
Licence access: PPL/CPL/ATPL may operate with ATC clearance and radio; student solo only when the local unit and instructor authorisation permit it.
Limitations: Two-way radio and ATC clearance required before entry. IFR requires instrument privileges and published minima remain applicable.
Special rules & TIBA
Advisory/special-rules details are training notes only. Always confirm the current charted boundaries, frequencies, reporting points, and local procedures before flight.
| Area | Category | Service level | Hours | When it applies | Limitations / notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No airport-specific special-rules details curated yet. Use the current AIP/SRA charts and local procedures. | |||||
TIBA note: No airport-specific TIBA note curated yet.
- No airport-specific TIBA calls curated yet.
AIS publication tracking
Authority: CAAB / Botswana AIS
AIRAC cycle: AIRAC 03/26 | Effective 2026-03-12 | Next 2026-04-09
AIP amendment: AIP AMDT 02/26
AIC status: AIC 04/26
Monthly review target: 15 of each month | Last checked 2026-03-15 | Next review due 2026-04-15
Use the AIS / AIRAC tab for country-level review status and overdue checks.
Time awareness
Sunrise: 04:59 | Sunset: 15:40
Civil twilight: 04:35 → 16:05
What changed since last update
Wind/QNH changes detected
{'wind_speed_delta_kt': 2, 'wind_dir_shift_deg': 310, 'qnh_change_hpa': 0, 'temp_dewpoint_spread_change': 0, 'ceiling_category': {'from': 'marginal', 'to': 'marginal'}, 'visibility_category': {'from': 'unknown', 'to': 'unknown'}}
Workload today
Low (12.0) — Top contributors: da_ratio, crosswind_ratio
Stability score
Stable (75.0) — Drivers: wind_shift
Trends
Flags
LOW_RISK
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