São Jorge Airport

LPSJ / SJZ

Velas, PT

Last Updated
Mar 4, 15:00Z

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Weather Source: Horta Airport (LPHR)
Distance: 27nm / 50km from LPSJ

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 35 min ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
14 kt
60° G28 kt
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
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Raw METAR

METAR LPHR 041500Z 06014G28KT 350V120 9999 FEW016 SCT033 15/07 Q1030

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 311 ft
FEW 1,600 ft AGL
SCT 3,300 ft AGL
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FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,911 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,611 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LPHR 041400Z 0415/0424 VRB05KT 9999 FEW015 SCT030 BECMG 0415/0417 01013KT PROB30 TEMPO 0417/0420 01017G27KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:34Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
17:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+2h
VFR 10° 17 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PSJ
13 ✈️
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
4,633 ft 148 ft ASP 117°
4.8 kt 13.2 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

São Jorge Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LPSJ
IATA Code: SJZ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 311 ft MSL

Location

City: Velas
Country: PT
Latitude: 38.665501°
Longitude: -28.175800°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+2

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 4,633 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About São Jorge Airport

Overview

São Jorge Airport serves the island of São Jorge in the Azores archipelago of Portugal. Located in Velas, this medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the local community and regional connectivity. The airport operates at an elevation of 311 feet above mean sea level, positioned at coordinates 38.665501, -28.175800.

Flying Conditions

The Azores region experiences maritime climate conditions with frequent wind variations and potential low visibility. Pilots should anticipate Atlantic oceanic weather patterns that can change rapidly due to the island's mid-ocean location. The airport's single runway (13/31) is asphalted and measures 4,633 feet in length, which requires careful wind and approach planning.

Notable Features

São Jorge Island is characterized by mountainous terrain with significant elevation changes around the airport environment. The volcanic landscape creates potential for localized turbulence and wind shear, particularly during approach and departure phases. Pilots must maintain heightened situational awareness regarding terrain and potential microclimatic conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 13/31 serves as the primary operational surface, with approach considerations influenced by prevailing Atlantic wind patterns. Given the airport's geographical position and runway orientation, crosswind components can be significant during landing and takeoff operations. Careful attention to wind direction and runway alignment is critical for safe aircraft movement.

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

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.