Tindouf East Airport

DA16

Tindouf, DZ

Last Updated
May 15, 04:00Z

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Currently using: DAOF
Weather Source: Tindouf Airport (DAOF)
Distance: 36nm / 67km from DA16

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 58 min ago
04:00Z

🌅 Dawn
MVFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
16 kt
310°
8 km
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DAOF 150400Z 31016KT 8000 SCT046 BKN100 15/06 Q1009

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,425 ft
SCT 4,600 ft AGL
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,025 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,425 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Tindouf East Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 10,000 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 16 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 12-knot headwind and 10-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 10000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

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

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 DAOF 150200Z 1503/1512 30018KT 8000 SCT046 BKN100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:58Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 300° 18 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 10,000 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
A16
09L
27R ✈️
09
27 ✈️
09R
27L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
6,565 ft 140 ft BIT 82°
12.3 kt 10.3 kt
40° angle
✈️ 09L/27R
Active: 27R
12,700 ft 98 ft ASP 82°
12.3 kt 10.3 kt
40° angle
✈️ 09R/27L
Active: 27L
7,765 ft 140 ft ASP 82°
12.3 kt 10.3 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Tindouf East Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DA16
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,425 ft MSL

Location

City: Tindouf
Country: DZ
Latitude: 27.585899°
Longitude: -7.500110°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+1

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 6,565 ft
Width: 140 ft
Surface: BIT
ILS: No
Runway 09L/27R
Length: 12,700 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09R/27L
Length: 7,765 ft
Width: 140 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

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About Tindouf East Airport

Tindouf East Airport (DA16) is located in Tindouf, DZ at an elevation of 1,425 feet MSL. The airport has 3 runways (09/27, 09L/27R, 09R/27L), with the longest at 12,700 feet.

Airport Overview

Tindouf East Airport serves Tindouf in DZ. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 3 runways (09/27, 09L/27R, 09R/27L) with bit and asp surfaces. The longest runway measures 12,700 feet, suitable for large aircraft operations.

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 DA16, 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.