El Bolsón Airfield

SAVB / EHL

El Bolsón, AR

Last Updated
Jul 26, 08:00Z

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Currently using: SAZS
Weather Source: San Carlos de Bariloche Airport (SAZS)
Distance: 50nm / 93km from SAVB

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 35 min ago
08:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
-5°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -8°C
5 kt
190°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SAZS 260800Z 19005KT 9999 FEW025 SCT200 M05/M08 Q1015

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,141 ft
FEW 2,500 ft AGL
SCT 20,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,641 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
20,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
21,141 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

El Bolsón Airfield is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 20,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (190°) at 5 knots. Runway 18/36 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,500 ft, scattered at 20,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is -5°C (23°F) with a dewpoint of -8°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods. Temperatures are at or below freezing. Check for icing conditions and ensure aircraft anti-ice/de-ice systems are operational if required.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Snow, Heavy Snow. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Heavy Snow between 16:00Z and 22:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SAZS 260500Z 2606/2706 VRB03KT 9999 FEW030 TX02/2623Z TNM06/2609Z BECMG 2610/2613 BKN020 BECMG 2615/2618 4000 SN SCT006 BKN010 OVC040 TEMPO 2616/2622 1000 +SN BKN006 OVC010 BECMG 2702/2704 34010KT 9999 NSW SCT020 BKN060
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:35Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
10:00Z BECMG
+2h
MVFR
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
15:00Z BECMG
+7h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Snow
16:00Z TEMPO
+8h
LIFR
Visibility: 1 km
Ceiling: 600 ft
Heavy Snow

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AVB
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
4,265 ft 98 ft ASP 189°
4.9 kt 0.9 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

El Bolsón Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SAVB
IATA Code: EHL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,141 ft MSL

Location

City: El Bolsón
Country: AR
Latitude: -41.943199°
Longitude: -71.532303°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 4,265 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About El Bolsón Airfield

Overview

El Bolsón Airfield (SAVB) is a medium-sized airport located in the Río Negro Province of Argentina, situated near the town of El Bolsón. The airport serves the local region at an elevation of 1,141 feet above mean sea level, providing critical aviation infrastructure in this Patagonian mountain area.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation and geographical position suggest variable weather conditions typical of Patagonian mountain regions. Pilots should anticipate potential wind variations and temperature fluctuations that can impact aircraft performance, especially given the airport's mountainous surrounding terrain.

Notable Features

El Bolsón Airfield features a single runway (18/36) with an asphalted surface measuring 4,265 feet in length. The airport's coordinates at -41.943199, -71.532303 place it in a challenging mountainous environment that requires careful navigation and terrain awareness during approach and departure.

Approach Considerations

The runway orientation of 18/36 suggests potential crosswind scenarios, with pilots needing to be prepared for wind shifts during landing and takeoff. The moderate runway length of 4,265 feet requires standard performance calculations, particularly for aircraft operating at the airport's 1,141-foot elevation.

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.