Cachi Airport

SA01

Cachi, AR

Last Updated
Jul 4, 19:00Z

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Currently using: SASA
Weather Source: Martin Miguel De Guemes International Airport (SASA)
Distance: 39nm / 73km from SA01

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 35 min ago
19:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
8 kt
20°
10+ km
Visibility
1,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SASA 041900Z 02008KT 350V060 9999 BKN014 07/04 Q1016

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 8,232 ft
BKN 1,400 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,632 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Cachi Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,400 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 8 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1400 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 7°C (45°F) with a dewpoint of 4°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. 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.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SASA 041700Z 0418/0518 05010KT 9999 BKN018 TX17/0518Z TN06/0511Z BECMG 0501/0504 VRB03KT 4000 BR OVC008 BECMG 0514/0517 07010KT 9999 NSW SCT020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:34Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 50° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,800 ft
01:00Z BECMG
+6h
IFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 800 ft
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
A01
3 ✈️
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 3/21
Active: 3
5,085 ft 75 ft ASP 25°
7.9 kt 1.4 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Cachi Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SA01
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 8,232 ft MSL

Location

City: Cachi
Country: AR
Latitude: -25.105000°
Longitude: -66.157204°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 3/21
Length: 5,085 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Cachi Airport

Cachi Airport (SA01) is located in Cachi, AR at an elevation of 8,232 feet MSL, making density altitude a consideration for performance planning. The airport has 1 runway (3/21), with the longest at 5,085 feet.

Airport Overview

Cachi Airport serves Cachi in AR. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (3/21) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 5,085 feet, accommodating most general aviation and regional aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

At 8232 feet elevation, this is a high-altitude airport where density altitude significantly impacts aircraft performance. Pilots should carefully calculate takeoff and landing distances, especially during hot weather. Turbocharging or turbine power is advantageous for operations here.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from SA01, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.