Alexandre Castro e Silva Helipad

SSXF

Recife, BR

Last Updated
Jul 4, 03:00Z

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Currently using: SBRF
Weather Source: Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (SBRF)
Distance: 2nm / 4km from SSXF

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
03:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
6 kt
220°
8 km
Visibility
1,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBRF 040300Z 22006KT 8000 VCSH SCT013 BKN017 24/23 Q1015

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 199 ft
SCT 1,300 ft AGL
BKN 1,700 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,499 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,899 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Alexandre Castro e Silva Helipad is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,700 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 6 knots. Runway 18/36 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 1700 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 23°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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 SBRF 031948Z 0400/0424 15010KT 9999 SCT025 TN25/0408Z TX28/0418Z BECMG 0406/0408 14015KT SCT023 BECMG 0419/0421 16010KT SCT025 RMK PGY
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:25Z BASE
+0h
VFR 150° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
06:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 140° 15 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SXF
18
36 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
59 ft 59 ft CON
4.6 kt 3.9 kt
140° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Alexandre Castro e Silva Helipad - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SSXF
Type: heliport
Status: active
Elevation: 199 ft MSL

Location

City: Recife
Country: BR
Latitude: -8.111772°
Longitude: -34.892798°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+2

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 59 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Alexandre Castro e Silva Helipad

Alexandre Castro e Silva Helipad (SSXF) is located in Recife, BR at an elevation of 199 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (18/36), with the longest at 59 feet.

Airport Overview

Alexandre Castro e Silva Helipad serves Recife in BR. The airport features 1 runway (18/36) with con surface. The longest runway measures 59 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from SSXF, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.