Orán Airport

SASO / ORA

Orán, AR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 14:00Z

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Currently using: SLYA
Weather Source: Yacuiba Airport (SLYA)
Distance: 81nm / 150km from SASO

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 38 min ago
14:00Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
4 kt
210°
7 km
Visibility
500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SLYA 221400Z 21004KT 7000 -DZ BKN005 OVC012 18/17 Q1021

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,171 ft
BKN 500 ft AGL
OVC 1,200 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,671 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,371 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Orán Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with overcast skies at 1,200 feet and 7 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (210°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 7 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 500 feet AGL (broken). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°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: Drizzle.

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.

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 SLYA 221000Z 2212/2312 00000KT 5000 DZ SCT005 BKN010 OVC070 TX20/2219Z TN15/2310Z BECMG 2214/2216 21010KT 9999 NSW SCT008 BKN015 BKN070 BECMG 2221/2223 00000KT SCT012 BKN070
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:37Z BASE
+0h
IFR
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Drizzle
21:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR
Ceiling: 7,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ASO
1
19 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 1/19
Active: 19
4,839 ft 98 ft ASP 10°
3.8 kt 1.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Orán Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SASO
IATA Code: ORA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,171 ft MSL

Location

City: Orán
Country: AR
Latitude: -23.152800°
Longitude: -64.329201°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 1/19
Length: 4,839 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Orán Airport

Overview

Orán Airport serves the city of Orán in northwestern Argentina, situated in Salta Province. Located at coordinates -23.152800, -64.329201, this medium-sized airport provides essential regional transportation infrastructure at an elevation of 1171 feet above mean sea level.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation at 1171 ft MSL indicates a moderate terrain environment typical of Argentina's northern regions. Pilots should anticipate potential thermal variations and localized wind patterns common to this geographical area, which can influence approach and departure procedures.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (1/19) with an asphalted surface measuring 4,839 feet in length. Its geographical positioning in northwestern Argentina suggests potential mountainous terrain influences surrounding the airport's immediate airspace, requiring careful navigation and terrain awareness.

Approach Considerations

Runway 1/19's orientation suggests potential crosswind considerations during approaches. The 4,839-foot runway length accommodates medium-sized aircraft, providing adequate operational flexibility for regional aviation requirements in the Orán area.

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.