Francisco de Assis Airport

SBJF / JDF

Juiz de Fora, BR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 19:00Z

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Weather Source: Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport (SBBQ)
Distance: 38nm / 70km from SBJF

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 44 min ago
19:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
6 kt
80°
10+ km
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBBQ 041900Z 08006KT 9999 SCT040 BKN100 23/19 Q1018

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,989 ft
SCT 4,000 ft AGL
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,989 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,989 ft AMSL

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BJF
03 ✈️
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 03
5,036 ft 98 ft ASP
3.9 kt 4.6 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Francisco de Assis Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBJF
IATA Code: JDF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,989 ft MSL

Location

City: Juiz de Fora
Country: BR
Latitude: -21.791482°
Longitude: -43.386072°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 5,036 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Francisco de Assis Airport

Overview

Francisco de Assis Airport serves the city of Juiz de Fora in Brazil, functioning as a medium-sized airport situated at an elevation of 2,989 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates -21.791482, -43.386072, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the regional transportation network. Its single runway (03/21) extends 5,036 feet and is constructed with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

The airport's high elevation at 2,989 feet MSL presents considerations for aircraft performance, particularly during warmer temperatures or with higher gross weights. Pilots should anticipate potential density altitude effects that could impact takeoff and landing characteristics. The geographical location suggests potential for variable weather conditions typical of the Brazilian plateau region.

Notable Features

The airport's runway orientation of 03/21 indicates a northwest to southeast alignment, which may influence wind patterns and approach strategies. With a 5,036-foot asphalt runway, the airport can accommodate medium-sized aircraft typical of regional and domestic operations. The terrain surrounding Juiz de Fora is characterized by mountainous topography, which could generate localized wind and turbulence effects.

Approach Considerations

Approach planning should consider the runway's length and elevation when calculating performance parameters. Runway 03 and Runway 21 both offer 5,036 feet of paved surface, providing flexibility for landing and takeoff directions based on prevailing winds. Pilots should conduct thorough preflight planning, considering the airport's elevation and potential terrain-induced meteorological variations.

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.