Zabol Airport

OIZB / ACZ

Zabol, IR

Last Updated
May 14, 15:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 45 min ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
36°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
6 kt
40°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR OIZB 141500Z 04006KT CAVOK 36/03 Q0997

Weather Briefing

VFR

Zabol Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (40°) at 6 knots. Runway 34 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 36°C (97°F) with a dewpoint of 3°C, indicating very dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IZB
16
34 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
9,848 ft 148 ft ASP 167°
3.0 kt 5.2 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - OIZB

4,319 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
88%
MVFR
7.9%
IFR
3.3%
LIFR
0.8%

Zabol Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 88% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 10.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 39 knots. Temperature extremes range from -4°C to 45°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, December, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 10.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 39 kt
Calm Winds: 2.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
9.5%
N
39.5%
S
3.4%
W
5.9%
NE
8.9%
NW
22.9%
SE
5.2%
SW
2.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 19.2°C
Range: -4°C to 45°C
-4°C 45°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

March December April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 4,319 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Zabol Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: OIZB
IATA Code: ACZ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,628 ft MSL

Location

City: Zabol
Country: IR
Latitude: 31.098301°
Longitude: 61.543900°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-4

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 9,848 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Zabol Airport

Overview

Zabol Airport serves the eastern Iranian city of Zabol, located near the Afghanistan border. As a medium-sized airport at 1,628 feet elevation, it provides critical regional transportation infrastructure in a challenging desert environment. The airport supports various aviation operations with its substantial 9,848-foot asphalted runway.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Zabol Airport are predominantly VFR, with 89.1% of observations indicating favorable visual flight rules. Winds predominantly originate from the north (0°) with an average speed of 10.4 knots, occasionally reaching maximum gusts of 39 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -4°C to 44°C, with an average of 18.1°C.

Notable Features

The airport is situated in a region characterized by arid terrain and significant temperature fluctuations. Its single runway (16/34) is oriented to take maximum advantage of prevailing wind patterns, with 100% favorable wind alignment and an average crosswind of just 2.6 knots. The geographical location suggests potential for challenging thermal and dust conditions typical of desert environments.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect highly consistent approach conditions, with excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles and minimal meteorological restrictions. January, November, and December represent the most predictable VFR months. The runway's generous 9,848-foot length provides substantial margin for various aircraft types, with minimal crosswind complications.

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

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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.