El Abiodh Sidi Cheikh Airport

DA12

El Abiodh Sidi Cheikh, DZ

Last Updated
May 14, 23:00Z

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Currently using: DAAY
Weather Source: Mecheria Airport (DAAY)
Distance: 54nm / 101km from DA12

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 53 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
12 kt
230°
8 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DAAY 142300Z 23012KT 8000 SCT030 SCT100 17/12 Q1014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,965 ft
SCT 3,000 ft AGL
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,965 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,965 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

El Abiodh Sidi Cheikh Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,000 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 12 knots. Runway 30 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 11-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 3,000 ft, scattered at 10,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 21:00Z and 03:00Z.

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 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 DAAY 142000Z 1421/1506 26012KT 6000 FEW026CB BKN030 TEMPO 1421/1503 20018G28KT 4000 TSRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:52Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 260° 12 kt
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
A12
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
6,608 ft 105 ft BIT 115°
4.1 kt 11.3 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

El Abiodh Sidi Cheikh Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DA12
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,965 ft MSL

Location

City: El Abiodh Sidi Cheikh
Country: DZ
Latitude: 32.898499°
Longitude: 0.524694°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+-0

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 6,608 ft
Width: 105 ft
Surface: BIT
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

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About El Abiodh Sidi Cheikh Airport

El Abiodh Sidi Cheikh Airport (DA12) is located in El Abiodh Sidi Cheikh, DZ at an elevation of 2,965 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (12/30), with the longest at 6,608 feet.

Airport Overview

El Abiodh Sidi Cheikh Airport serves El Abiodh Sidi Cheikh in DZ. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (12/30) with bit surface. The longest runway measures 6,608 feet, accommodating most general aviation and regional aircraft.

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 DA12, 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.