Sahand Airport

OITM / ACP

Maragheh, IR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 31 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -7°C
4 kt
300°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR OITM 040900Z 30004KT CAVOK 07/M07 Q1014

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ITM
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
9,614 ft 98 ft ASP 85°
3.1 kt 2.6 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - OITM

3,073 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
60%
MVFR
22.5%
IFR
11.7%
LIFR
5.8%

Sahand Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 60% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 17.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from -11°C to 52°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 3.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.1%
NE
1.9%
E
38.6%
SE
10.1%
S
13.6%
SW
8.4%
W
14.1%
NW
6.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.4°C
Range: -11°C to 52°C
-11°C 52°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.7%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt

Statistics computed from 3,073 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Sahand Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: OITM
IATA Code: ACP
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,396 ft MSL

Location

City: Maragheh
Country: IR
Latitude: 37.348000°
Longitude: 46.127899°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 9,614 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Sahand Airport

Sahand Airport (OITM/ACP) is located in Maragheh, IR at an elevation of 4,396 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (08/26), with the longest at 9,614 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 60% of the time based on 3,073 observations, OITM requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 17.5% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at OITM come from the E (90°) with an average speed of 6.1 knots and recorded gusts up to 27 knots. Runway 08/26 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 2.8 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are September, October, February, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -11°C (12°F) to 52°C (126°F), averaging 9.4°C (49°F). High temperatures can significantly impact aircraft performance through increased density altitude. Altimeter settings typically range from 9.96 to 10.22 inHg (337-346 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 3,073 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). 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.