Las Heras Airport

SAVH / LHS

Las Heras, AR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:00Z

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Weather Source: General E. Mosconi Airport (SAVC)
Distance: 77nm / 143km from SAVH

Current Weather

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VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
25 kt
280° G36 kt
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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Raw METAR

METAR SAVC 040900Z 28025G36KT CAVOK 10/M01 Q1007

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SAVC 040500Z 0406/0506 27020G30KT CAVOK TX23/0419Z TN10/0410Z TEMPO 0406/0409 27017KT BECMG 0411/0413 27030G45KT BECMG 0417/0419 25025 BECMG 0423/0501 27012KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:29Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 20 kt
Visibility: >10km
11:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 270° 30 kt
17:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AVH
9
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 9/27
Active: 27
4,593 ft 56 ft ASP 95°
24.6 kt 4.3 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Las Heras Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SAVH
IATA Code: LHS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,082 ft MSL

Location

City: Las Heras
Country: AR
Latitude: -46.538517°
Longitude: -68.965323°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 9/27
Length: 4,593 ft
Width: 56 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

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About Las Heras Airport

Overview

Las Heras Airport serves the regional transportation needs in the Patagonian area of Argentina, located at coordinates -46.538517, -68.965323. Situated at an elevation of 1082 feet mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides critical infrastructure for aviation activities in the Las Heras municipal region.

Flying Conditions

Patagonian weather can be characterized by strong and variable winds, which pilots should anticipate when operating at this 4,593-foot asphalted runway airport. The elevation of 1082 feet and open terrain suggest potential for significant wind fluctuations and turbulence, particularly during seasonal transition periods.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 9/27 configuration offers flexibility for aircraft operations based on prevailing wind conditions. Its medium airport classification indicates capability to handle a range of aircraft types, with the 4,593-foot runway providing substantial operational range for regional and medium-sized aircraft.

Approach Considerations

Runway 9/27's orientation suggests potential crosswind challenges, requiring pilots to be prepared for wind-related approach adjustments. The relatively high elevation and open Patagonian landscape may produce complex wind dynamics that demand precise airmanship during landing and takeoff operations.

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.