Alcantarilla Air Base

Alcantarilla Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the ES AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Alcantarilla Air Base is a medium-sized airport located in the Murcia region of Spain, situated at an elevation of 250 feet MSL. The airport serves regional aviation operations with its single runway 07/25, spanning 3,077 feet and constructed with an asphalt surface. Its geographical coordinates at 37.951099, -1.230320 place it in a strategic location for regional air traffic.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Alcantarilla are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 93.6% of observations indicating good flying conditions. The prevailing winds are from the southwest at 225 degrees, averaging 6.1 knots with occasional gusts up to 19 knots. Temperature variation is significant, ranging from 1°C to 36°C, with an average of 17.5°C, which pilots should consider for performance calculations.

Notable Features

The airport experiences minimal meteorological restrictions, with only 1% of observations indicating instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions and a rare 0.6% of low instrument flight rules (LIFR). Visibility consistently remains excellent, with an average of 10 statute miles and less than 0.5% of observations showing fog. November, October, and January emerge as the most consistently favorable months for visual flying.

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25 benefits from highly favorable wind conditions, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of just 3.8 knots. Pilots can expect minimal wind-related approach challenges, particularly during the peak VFR months. The consistent wind patterns and excellent visibility make this a relatively straightforward airport for approaches and landings.