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| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 7/25
Active: 25
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9,186 ft | 148 ft | CON | 86° |
↑ 2.6 kt
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↔ 3.1 kt
50° angle
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Weather Statistics - SAWH
4,036 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Ushuaia - Malvinas Argentinas International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 13.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 43 knots. Temperatures typically range between -2°C and 25°C with an average of 8.1°C. The best months for VFR flying are February, October, January.
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Statistics computed from 4,036 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Ushuaia - Malvinas Argentinas International Airport
Overview
Ushuaia - Malvinas Argentinas International Airport serves as the primary aviation gateway to Tierra del Fuego, Argentina's southernmost region. Located at coordinates -54.843300, -68.295800, the airport supports international and domestic air traffic at an elevation of 102 feet mean sea level. Its strategic position makes it a critical transportation hub for the extreme southern part of South America.
Flying Conditions
The airport experiences significant meteorological variations typical of its sub-Antarctic location, with challenging wind conditions being a primary consideration for pilots. Positioned near the Beagle Channel and surrounded by mountainous terrain, the airport can encounter rapid and unpredictable weather shifts. Pilots should anticipate potential wind shear and turbulence, particularly during seasonal transition periods.
Notable Features
The single runway 7/25 extends 9,186 feet with a concrete surface, providing substantial landing capacity for medium-sized aircraft. Its geographical setting in the Fuegian Andes creates complex terrain interactions that can generate localized wind patterns and potential orographic effects. The airport's elevation of 102 feet MSL, combined with surrounding mountainous landscape, requires careful navigation and situational awareness.
Approach Considerations
Runway 7/25's orientation suggests potential preference based on prevailing wind conditions, though specific wind rose data is not provided. Pilots should exercise heightened situational awareness due to the airport's challenging geographical context, preparing for potential wind variations and terrain-influenced approach dynamics. Standard instrument approach procedures will be critical given the airport's location in a geographically complex environment.
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.
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