El Abiodh Sidi Cheikh Airport

DA12

El Abiodh Sidi Cheikh, DZ

Last Updated
Jun 7, 18:00Z

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Currently using: DAAY
Weather Source: Mecheria Airport (DAAY)
Distance: 54nm / 101km from DA12

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
18:00Z

🌇 Dusk
MVFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
26 kt
20°
7 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DAAY 071800Z 02026KT 7000 SCT030 SCT100 30/06 Q1024

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,965 ft
SCT 3,000 ft AGL
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,965 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,965 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

El Abiodh Sidi Cheikh Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,000 feet and 7 km visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 26 knots. Runway 30 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 26-knot crosswind component. These are strong winds that may exceed crosswind limits for light aircraft.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 7 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 3,000 ft, scattered at 10,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 30°C (86°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF DAAY 071700Z 0718/0803 36010KT 9999 SCT030 SCT100 BECMG 0720/0722 14012KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:04Z BASE
+0h
VFR 360° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
20:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 140° 12 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
A12
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
6,608 ft 105 ft BIT 115°
4.5 kt 25.6 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

El Abiodh Sidi Cheikh Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DA12
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,965 ft MSL

Location

City: El Abiodh Sidi Cheikh
Country: DZ
Latitude: 32.898499°
Longitude: 0.524694°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+-0

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 6,608 ft
Width: 105 ft
Surface: BIT
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About El Abiodh Sidi Cheikh Airport

El Abiodh Sidi Cheikh Airport (DA12) is located in El Abiodh Sidi Cheikh, DZ at an elevation of 2,965 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (12/30), with the longest at 6,608 feet.

Airport Overview

El Abiodh Sidi Cheikh Airport serves El Abiodh Sidi Cheikh in DZ. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (12/30) with bit surface. The longest runway measures 6,608 feet, accommodating most general aviation and regional aircraft.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from DA12, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.