Puerto Deseado Airport

SAWD / PUD

Puerto Deseado, AR

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Puerto Deseado Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SAWD
IATA Code: PUD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 268 ft MSL

Location

City: Puerto Deseado
Country: AR
Latitude: -47.735300°
Longitude: -65.904100°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 6/24
Length: 4,921 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Puerto Deseado Airport

Overview

Puerto Deseado Airport serves the coastal region of southern Argentina, located in Santa Cruz Province. Situated at 268 feet above mean sea level, this medium airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the remote Patagonian area, supporting regional transportation needs in a challenging geographical environment.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences typical Patagonian weather patterns characterized by strong winds and variable conditions due to its southern coastal location. Elevation at 268 ft MSL suggests relatively stable atmospheric conditions, but pilots should anticipate potential wind shear and rapid meteorological changes common to this region's maritime climate.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (6/24) measuring 4,921 feet with an asphalted surface, suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations. Its geographical coordinates at -47.735300, -65.904100 place it in a coastal zone with potential marine layer influences and complex terrain interactions that could impact flight conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 6/24 orientation suggests potential crosswind challenges, particularly given the region's known wind dynamics. Pilots should prepare for potential wind variations and be prepared to manage crosswind landing techniques appropriate to the runway's alignment and the airport's coastal geographical context.

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.