Reconquista Airport

SATR / RCQ

Reconquista, AR

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Reconquista Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SATR
IATA Code: RCQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 160 ft MSL

Location

City: Reconquista
Country: AR
Latitude: -29.210278°
Longitude: -59.683333°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 4,101 ft
Width: 112 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 10/28
Length: 9,186 ft
Width: 164 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

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About Reconquista Airport

Overview

Reconquista Airport serves the city of Reconquista in Santa Fe Province, Argentina. Located at coordinates -29.210278, -59.683333, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region, situated at an elevation of 160 feet mean sea level.

Flying Conditions

The airport's moderate elevation of 160 ft MSL suggests generally stable atmospheric conditions typical of the Argentine plains. Pilots should anticipate regional weather patterns characteristic of Santa Fe Province, which can include seasonal temperature variations and potential thermal activity.

Notable Features

Reconquista Airport features two concrete runways: a shorter 4,101-foot runway (02/20) and a substantial 9,186-foot runway (10/28). The longer runway provides significant operational flexibility for various aircraft types and ensures reliable landing and takeoff capabilities.

Approach Considerations

The substantial length of runway 10/28 at 9,186 feet offers excellent approach options for most aircraft categories. Runway orientation suggests potential crosswind considerations, with pilots recommended to assess current wind conditions and select the most appropriate runway for landing based on prevailing wind direction.

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

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.