General Urquiza Airport

SAAP / PRA

Parana, AR

Last Updated
Mar 15, 10:43Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
10:43Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
2 kt
150°
3 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI SAAP 151043Z 15002KT 3000 BR FEW004 SCT100 16/16 Q1006

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 242 ft
FEW 400 ft AGL
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
642 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,242 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

General Urquiza Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 10,000 feet and 3 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (150°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is reduced to 3 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 400 ft, scattered at 10,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 16°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Mist. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Mist between 08:00Z and 11:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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 SAAP 150500Z 1506/1606 VRB03KT CAVOK TX33/1519Z TN18/1509Z PROB30 1508/1511 5000 BR NSC BECMG 1512/1514 36010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:07Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >10km
12:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 360° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AAP
1
19 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 1/19
Active: 19
6,890 ft 148 ft ASP
1.5 kt 1.3 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 - SAAP

4,261 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
88.9%
MVFR
7.4%
IFR
2.5%
LIFR
1.2%

General Urquiza Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 88.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Calm conditions occur 10.6% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 8°C and 36°C with an average of 22.6°C. The best months for VFR flying are December, January, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 10.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
19.1%
NE
12.3%
E
17%
SE
12.9%
S
17.6%
SW
4.6%
W
2.6%
NW
3.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 22.6°C
Range: 8°C to 36°C
8°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.2%

Best Months for VFR

December January October

Statistics computed from 4,261 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

General Urquiza Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SAAP
IATA Code: PRA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 242 ft MSL

Location

City: Parana
Country: AR
Latitude: -31.794800°
Longitude: -60.480400°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 1/19
Length: 6,890 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About General Urquiza Airport

Overview

General Urquiza Airport serves the city of Parana in Argentina, functioning as a medium-sized regional airport. Located at coordinates -31.794800, -60.480400, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Entre Rios province. Its elevation of 242 ft MSL positions it in a relatively flat terrain characteristic of the region.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation and location suggest a moderate climate with potential for variable wind conditions. At 242 ft MSL, pilots can expect generally stable atmospheric conditions without extreme altitude challenges. Seasonal variations in temperature and wind patterns should be anticipated, particularly given the airport's geographical positioning.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (1/19) with an impressive 6,890 ft asphalt surface, suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations. Its substantial runway length provides flexibility for various aircraft types and operational requirements. The airport's asphalted runway indicates good surface conditions for most standard aviation activities.

Approach Considerations

Runway 1/19's orientation suggests potential crosswind considerations during approaches. Pilots should be prepared for wind variations given the runway's alignment. The substantial 6,890 ft runway length provides significant operational margin for most aircraft categories, allowing for comfortable approach and landing parameters.

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
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.