Ain Arnat Airport

DAAS / QSF

Sétif, DZ

Last Updated
Mar 4, 22:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 21 min ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
6 kt
60°
8 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DAAS 042200Z 06006KT 8000 NSC 13/05 Q1017

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF DAAS 041700Z 0418/0518 12008KT 6000 FEW030 SCT100 TEMPO 0418/0423 15015G25KT 4000 HZ TEMPO 0421/0510 FEW023CB BKN030 PROB40 TEMPO 0500/0506 4000 -TSRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:21Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 120° 8 kt
Visibility: 6 km
00:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+2h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Light Thunderstorm Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AAS
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
9,498 ft 148 ft ASP
5.2 kt 3.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - DAAS

3,818 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
63.5%
MVFR
34.9%
IFR
1.4%
LIFR
0.2%

Ain Arnat Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 63.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 1.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Temperature extremes range from -2°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
14%
NE
8.6%
E
5.6%
SE
3.1%
S
7.3%
SW
12.9%
W
34.6%
NW
13.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.6°C
Range: -2°C to 33°C
-2°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

October September March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 3,818 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ain Arnat Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DAAS
IATA Code: QSF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,360 ft MSL

Location

City: Sétif
Country: DZ
Latitude: 36.178101°
Longitude: 5.324490°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 9,498 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Ain Arnat Airport

Overview

Ain Arnat Airport serves the Sétif region in Algeria, situated at an elevation of 3360 feet above mean sea level. This medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for northeastern Algeria, positioned at coordinates 36.178101, 5.324490. The airport features a single asphalt runway (09/27) measuring 9,498 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Ain Arnat Airport are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with 65.6% of observations supporting VFR operations. The airport experiences a moderate temperature range from -2°C to 33°C, with an average of 11.3°C. Wind patterns are predominantly westerly at 270 degrees, averaging 5.7 knots with occasional gusts up to 30 knots. September, October, and November represent the most consistent VFR flying months.

Notable Features

The airport's significant elevation at 3,360 feet MSL suggests potential terrain considerations for arriving and departing aircraft. Winds demonstrate a high predictability, with the runway 09/27 experiencing favorable wind conditions 100% of the time and an average crosswind component of just 3.1 knots. This consistent wind profile provides stable approach and departure conditions for pilots.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27's extensive 9,498-foot length offers substantial operational flexibility for most aircraft types. Given the prevailing westerly winds, approaches from the 270-degree sector will typically encounter the most stable wind conditions. Pilots should anticipate excellent visibility, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of reduced meteorological conditions.

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
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.