Felix Houphouet-Bo
Abidjan, Ivory Coast · 21ft elevation
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5.25000°N, -3.91670°E
5,034 departure operations recorded
Environment
Pilots report encountering birds on the departure path, which poses a significant risk during takeoff. Additionally, busy airspace under IFR conditions and wake turbulence are noted as common concerns.
Air Traffic Management
A prevalent issue involves communication challenges due to different English accents, which can lead to misunderstandings. Other reported concerns include poor radio quality and the use of non-standard phraseology.
Departure Procedure
Some pilots indicate the absence of a Departure Procedure as a threat, along with instances of low transition altitude that may complicate departures.
Weather
Thunderstorms are frequently reported as a significant threat during departure, alongside concerns regarding contaminated runways and instances of windshear.
Ground Movement
Pilots report hazards related to work in progress on taxiways and aprons, as well as reduced wingtip clearance during ground movements.
Weather
Thunderstorms are a major threat reported during arrival, with additional concerns regarding windshear and low visibility conditions.
Air Traffic Management
Communication issues are highlighted, particularly due to different English accents and poor radio quality, which can hinder effective coordination. Local language phraseology is also noted as a potential barrier.
Environment
Pilots report encountering birds on the approach path, along with challenges posed by busy airspace under IFR and wake turbulence.
Arrival/Approach Procedure
Threats related to arrival procedures include low platform altitude and low missed approach altitude constraints, as well as issues with unreliable or inoperative navaids.
Ground Movement
Work in progress on taxiways and aprons is reported as a potential hazard during ground movements.
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