Formosa National Airport

SARF / FMA

Formosa, AR

Last Updated
Jul 4, 04:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 58 min ago
04:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
9 kt
140°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SARF 040400Z 14009KT CAVOK 08/02 Q1024

Weather Briefing

VFR

Formosa National Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 9 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 2°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Mist between 08:00Z and 12:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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 SARF 032300Z 0400/0424 16005KT CAVOK TX11/0418 TX15/0418Z TN03/0410Z PROB30 0408/0412 VRB02KT 2500 BR NSC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:57Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 5 kt
Visibility: >10km
08:00Z PROB30
+4h
IFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 2.5 km
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ARF
4
22 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 4/22
Active: 22
5,905 ft 131 ft ASP 25°
1.6 kt 8.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SARF

6,856 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79.5%
MVFR
11.7%
IFR
7%
LIFR
1.9%

Formosa National Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from 3°C to 42°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, January, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 4.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
21.1%
N
9.9%
S
30.5%
W
3.9%
NE
7.6%
NW
1.5%
SE
14.7%
SW
6.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.4°C
Range: 3°C to 42°C
3°C 42°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.9%

Best Months for VFR

September January February

Statistics computed from 6,856 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Formosa National Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SARF
IATA Code: FMA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 193 ft MSL

Location

City: Formosa
Country: AR
Latitude: -26.212700°
Longitude: -58.228100°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 4/22
Length: 5,905 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Formosa National Airport

Overview

Formosa National Airport serves the Formosa region in Argentina, located at coordinates -26.212700, -58.228100. Situated at an elevation of 193 feet mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local area and regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation at 193 ft MSL suggests a relatively low-altitude environment typical of northeastern Argentina. Pilots should anticipate regional climate characteristics of the Formosa province, which generally experiences warm temperatures and potential seasonal weather variations.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (4/22) with an asphalt surface measuring 5,905 feet in length. This runway configuration provides adequate length for medium-sized aircraft operations and supports the airport's classification as a medium-sized aviation facility.

Approach Considerations

Runway 4/22's orientation indicates potential crosswind considerations during approaches. Pilots should carefully assess wind conditions and utilize the full 5,905-foot asphalt runway length when planning landings and takeoffs, ensuring appropriate performance calculations based on the airport's 193 ft MSL elevation.

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.