El Bolsón Airfield

SAVB / EHL

El Bolsón, AR

Last Updated
Jun 10, 05:00Z

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Currently using: SAZS
Weather Source: San Carlos de Bariloche Airport (SAZS)
Distance: 50nm / 93km from SAVB

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 56 min ago
05:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
8 kt
280°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SAZS 100500Z 28008KT 9999 SCT020 06/03 Q1012 RMK PP///

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,141 ft
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,141 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

El Bolsón Airfield is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 8 knots. Runway 36 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 6°C (43°F) with a dewpoint of 3°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Rain.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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.

QNH
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
974 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,141 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,179 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 373 ft
ISA Deviation: -6.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SAZS 092300Z 1000/1024 29015KT 7000 RA BKN015 OVC030 TX09/0918Z TN02/1010Z BECMG 1000/1003 9999 SCT020 OVC050 BECMG 1008/1010 SCT030 BECMG 1014/1016 29015G25KT SCT020 OVC040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:55Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 290° 15 kt
Visibility: 7 km
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Rain
08:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR
14:00Z BECMG
+9h
VFR 290° 15 kt
Ceiling: 4,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AVB
18
36 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
4,265 ft 98 ft ASP 189°
1.4 kt 7.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

El Bolsón Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SAVB
IATA Code: EHL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,141 ft MSL

Location

City: El Bolsón
Country: AR
Latitude: -41.943199°
Longitude: -71.532303°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 4,265 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About El Bolsón Airfield

Overview

El Bolsón Airfield (SAVB) is a medium-sized airport located in the Río Negro Province of Argentina, situated near the town of El Bolsón. The airport serves the local region at an elevation of 1,141 feet above mean sea level, providing critical aviation infrastructure in this Patagonian mountain area.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation and geographical position suggest variable weather conditions typical of Patagonian mountain regions. Pilots should anticipate potential wind variations and temperature fluctuations that can impact aircraft performance, especially given the airport's mountainous surrounding terrain.

Notable Features

El Bolsón Airfield features a single runway (18/36) with an asphalted surface measuring 4,265 feet in length. The airport's coordinates at -41.943199, -71.532303 place it in a challenging mountainous environment that requires careful navigation and terrain awareness during approach and departure.

Approach Considerations

The runway orientation of 18/36 suggests potential crosswind scenarios, with pilots needing to be prepared for wind shifts during landing and takeoff. The moderate runway length of 4,265 feet requires standard performance calculations, particularly for aircraft operating at the airport's 1,141-foot 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

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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.