Illizi Takhamalt Airport

DAAP / VVZ

Illizi, DZ

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 35 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
2 kt
Variable
8 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DAAP 041000Z VRB02KT 8000 NSC 27/03 Q1020

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF DAAP 040800Z 0409/0418 16008KT 8000 SCT046 SCT080 PROB30 0409/0412 4000 SA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:35Z BASE
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MVFR 160° 8 kt
Visibility: 8 km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AAP
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 9,843 ft 148 ft ASP 90° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - DAAP

3,768 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86.8%
MVFR
10%
IFR
2.4%
LIFR
0.8%

Illizi Takhamalt Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 55 knots. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 41°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 55 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
10.9%
NE
11%
E
24.7%
SE
12.6%
S
10.5%
SW
7.3%
W
11.1%
NW
11.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 20.3°C
Range: 1°C to 41°C
1°C 41°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

November September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 3,768 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Illizi Takhamalt Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DAAP
IATA Code: VVZ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,778 ft MSL

Location

City: Illizi
Country: DZ
Latitude: 26.723499°
Longitude: 8.622650°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Illizi Takhamalt Airport

Overview

Illizi Takhamalt Airport serves the remote southeastern region of Algeria, located in the Illizi Province near the Sahara Desert. As a medium-sized airport situated at an elevation of 1778 ft MSL, it provides critical aviation infrastructure in a challenging desert environment. The airport's single runway 09/27 offers 9843 feet of asphalted surface for various aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Illizi Takhamalt are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with 90.8% of observations reporting VFR conditions. The airport experiences consistent easterly winds averaging 5.7 knots, with occasional strong gusts up to 55 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from 3°C to 41°C, with an average of 21.1°C, reflecting the desert climate's extreme temperature characteristics.

Notable Features

The airport is positioned at coordinates 26.723499, 8.622650 in a desert terrain characterized by its high elevation and arid landscape. Winds predominantly originate from the east (90°), which significantly influences local flying conditions. The consistently clear visibility, averaging 10 statute miles with no recorded fog events, provides excellent visual navigation opportunities.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 offers excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of only 3.2 knots. Pilots can expect optimal VFR conditions during September, October, and November. The long 9843-foot runway provides substantial landing and takeoff flexibility for various aircraft types operating in this challenging desert environment.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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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.