Zangilan International Airport

UBBZ / ZZE

Zangilan, AZ

Last Updated
Apr 12, 22:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 14 min ago
22:30Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
4 kt
340°
5 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UBBZ 122230Z AUTO 34004KT 5000 // ///014/// 09/08 Q1011

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Zangilan International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with clear skies and 5 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (340°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 5 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 9°C (48°F) with a dewpoint of 8°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 9 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: Light Showers Rain, Light Rain. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 15:00Z and 18:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain between 18:00Z and 00:00Z.

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. 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 UBBZ 121400Z 1215/1224 04010KT 8000 BKN007 OVC025 TEMPO 1215/1218 06006KT -SHRA BKN007 SCT020CB OVC020 TEMPO 1218/1224 VRB04KT -RA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:43Z BASE
+0h
IFR 40° 10 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 700 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BBZ
03 ✈️
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 03
9,843 ft 148 ft ASPH
2.6 kt 3.1 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - UBBZ

9,499 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.4%
MVFR
12.8%
IFR
6%
LIFR
4.9%

Zangilan International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 8.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, April, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 8.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 5.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
18%
NE
22.1%
E
4.3%
SE
1.6%
S
16.1%
SW
10%
W
8.4%
NW
13.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 10°C
Range: -6°C to 30°C
-6°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.5%

Best Months for VFR

October April September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 9,499 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Zangilan International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UBBZ
IATA Code: ZZE
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,320 ft MSL

Location

City: Zangilan
Country: AZ
Latitude: 39.114430°
Longitude: 46.743920°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASPH
ILS: No

About Zangilan International Airport

Zangilan International Airport (UBBZ/ZZE) is located in Zangilan, AZ at an elevation of 1,320 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (03/21), with the longest at 9,843 feet.

Weather Profile

Analysis of 9,499 weather observations shows UBBZ maintains VFR conditions 76.4% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 12.8% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 10.9% of reports.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at UBBZ come from the NE (45°) with an average speed of 8.1 knots and recorded gusts up to 35 knots. Runway 03/21 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.2 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are October, April, September, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -6°C (21°F) to 30°C (86°F), averaging 10°C (50°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 10 to 10.39 inHg (339-352 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 9,499 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). 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.