Esquel Brigadier Antonio Parodi International Airport

SAVE / EQS

Esquel, AR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 22:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 45 min ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
9 kt
250°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SAVE 222200Z 25009KT 9999 FEW045 10/M01 Q1015

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,621 ft
FEW 4,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,121 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Esquel Brigadier Antonio Parodi International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 4,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 9 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of -1°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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 SAVE 221700Z 2218/2318 25015KT 9999 BKN045 TX13/2317Z TN04/2310Z BECMG 2302/2304 27010KT CAVOK BECMG 2315/2316 27020G35KT 9999 BKN040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:45Z BASE
+0h
VFR 250° 15 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,500 ft
02:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR 270° 10 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AVE
5
23 ✈️
8
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 5/23
Active: 23
7,874 ft 131 ft ASP 57°
8.5 kt 3.1 kt
20° angle
✈️ 8/26
Active: 26
3,937 ft 98 ft GRE 90°
8.9 kt 1.6 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SAVE

5,070 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
95.7%
MVFR
3%
IFR
1%
LIFR
0.3%

Esquel Brigadier Antonio Parodi International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 95.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 8.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 89 knots. Temperature extremes range from -4°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are December, April, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 8.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 89 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
7%
NE
6%
E
1.5%
SE
1.3%
S
11.2%
SW
39.6%
W
31%
NW
1.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.1°C
Range: -4°C to 33°C
-4°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.4%

Best Months for VFR

December April March

Statistics computed from 5,070 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Esquel Brigadier Antonio Parodi International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SAVE
IATA Code: EQS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,621 ft MSL

Location

City: Esquel
Country: AR
Latitude: -42.908001°
Longitude: -71.139503°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 5/23
Length: 7,874 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 8/26
Length: 3,937 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: GRE
ILS: No

About Esquel Brigadier Antonio Parodi International Airport

Overview

Esquel Brigadier Antonio Parodi International Airport serves the Chubut Province in southwestern Argentina, located in the Patagonian region. Situated at an elevation of 2,621 feet mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the Esquel area. The airport supports regional and potentially limited international air services with two distinct runways.

Flying Conditions

Patagonian weather can present challenging conditions for aviation, characterized by variable winds and potential rapid changes. The airport's significant elevation of 2,621 feet MSL means aircraft performance calculations must account for density altitude variations. Pilots should anticipate potential crosswind scenarios, particularly given the airport's two differently oriented runways (5/23 and 8/26).

Notable Features

The airport features two runways with distinct characteristics: Runway 5/23 is a longer asphalt surface measuring 7,874 feet, while Runway 8/26 is a shorter 3,937-foot gravel surface. Its geographical coordinates at -42.908001, -71.139503 place the airport in a mountainous region, which implies potential terrain-related considerations for approach and departure procedures.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should carefully evaluate wind conditions and runway selection based on current meteorological data. The substantial difference in runway lengths (7,874 ft vs. 3,937 ft) suggests Runway 5/23 will likely be preferred for larger aircraft and more complex operations. The surrounding Patagonian terrain necessitates heightened situational awareness during all phases of flight.

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.