Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport

SBAC / ARX

Aracati, BR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 11:00Z

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Weather Source: Dix-Sept Rosado Airport (SBMS)
Distance: 46nm / 86km from SBAC

Current Weather

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Recent 45 min ago
11:00Z

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VFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
6 kt
60°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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Raw METAR

METAR SBMS 041100Z AUTO 06006KT 9999 FEW015 31/24 Q1011

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 128 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL
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FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,628 ft AMSL

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BAC
9 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 9/27
Active: 9
3,937 ft 98 ft ASP
5.2 kt 3.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBAC
IATA Code: ARX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 128 ft MSL

Location

City: Aracati
Country: BR
Latitude: -4.568896°
Longitude: -37.805135°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 9/27
Length: 3,937 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport

Overview

Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport serves the municipal region of Aracati in northeastern Brazil, located in the state of Ceará. As a medium-sized regional airport, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for local transportation and regional connectivity. The airport sits at an elevation of 128 feet above mean sea level, situated at coordinates -4.568896, -37.805135.

Flying Conditions

The airport's coastal location suggests potential for variable wind conditions typical of northeastern Brazilian climate zones. Pilots should anticipate potential maritime meteorological influences that can create localized wind shifts and visibility changes. The airport's asphalted runway (9/27) measuring 3,937 feet provides reasonable operational flexibility for regional aircraft.

Notable Features

Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport is positioned in a geographic area characterized by coastal terrain and potential maritime environmental interactions. The single runway (9/27) orientation suggests potential crosswind challenges depending on prevailing wind directions. Pilots should be prepared for potential thermal and sea breeze effects common in coastal Brazilian regions.

Approach Considerations

Approach considerations should account for the runway's 3,937-foot length, which accommodates medium-sized regional aircraft. The airport's elevation of 128 feet MSL indicates a relatively low-altitude environment with minimal terrain complexity. Runway 09/27 provides standard directional options based on wind conditions, with standard left-hand traffic patterns expected.

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.