Jijel Ferhat Abbas Airport

DAAV / GJL

Tahir, DZ

Last Updated
Apr 22, 21:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 49 min ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
3 kt
350°
4 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DAAV 222100Z 35003KT 4000 BR SCT013 17/17 Q1015

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 36 ft
SCT 1,300 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,336 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Jijel Ferhat Abbas Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,300 feet and 4 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (350°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is reduced to 4 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,300 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 17°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. 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: Mist, Fog. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 00:00Z and 09:00Z. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Fog between 02:00Z and 07:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. 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 DAAV 221700Z 2218/2318 32008KT CAVOK TEMPO 2300/2309 2000 BR BKN006 PROB30 TEMPO 2302/2307 0100 FG
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:49Z BASE
+0h
VFR 320° 8 kt
Visibility: >10km
00:00Z TEMPO
+3h
IFR
Visibility: 2 km
Ceiling: 600 ft
Mist
02:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+5h
LIFR
Visibility: 0.1 km
Fog

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AAV
17
35 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
7,874 ft 148 ft ASP 171°
3.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - DAAV

4,980 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
88.3%
MVFR
11.3%
IFR
0.3%
LIFR
0.1%

Jijel Ferhat Abbas Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 88.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 5.4 knots. Temperatures typically range between 4°C and 34°C with an average of 16°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 5.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 1.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
12%
NE
2.1%
E
2.4%
SE
16%
S
29.6%
SW
8%
W
14.8%
NW
13.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 16°C
Range: 4°C to 34°C
4°C 34°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

October September February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 4,980 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Jijel Ferhat Abbas Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DAAV
IATA Code: GJL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 36 ft MSL

Location

City: Tahir
Country: DZ
Latitude: 36.795101°
Longitude: 5.873610°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 7,874 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Jijel Ferhat Abbas Airport

Overview

Jijel Ferhat Abbas Airport serves the coastal region of northeastern Algeria, situated in the Tahir district. Located at an elevation of 36 ft MSL, this medium-sized airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the Jijel province. The airport's single runway (17/35) spans 7,874 feet with an asphalt surface, supporting regional and potentially some commercial aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly favorable Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 90.6% of observed weather supporting VFR operations. Wind patterns are consistently from the south (180°), averaging 4.7 knots with occasional peaks up to 23 knots. Temperature variations range from 4°C to 34°C, with an average of 17°C, suggesting relatively stable thermal conditions for most of the year.

Notable Features

Positioned at coordinates 36.795101, 5.873610, the airport is located in a coastal region with potential maritime atmospheric influences. The runway alignment (17/35) suggests good wind coverage, with 100% favorable wind conditions and minimal average crosswind of 2.3 knots. Seasonal patterns indicate optimal VFR flying conditions during autumn months, particularly September, October, and November.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect consistently good visibility, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of reduced visibility. The runway's orientation and wind characteristics suggest minimal wind-related approach complications. Autumn months provide the most reliable flying conditions, with high probability of VFR operations and stable meteorological parameters.

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.