Tindouf East Airport

DA16

Tindouf, DZ

Last Updated
Jul 4, 10:00Z

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

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
40°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
12 kt
110°
8 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DAOF 041000Z 11012KT 8000 FEW046 SCT100 40/03 Q1017

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,425 ft
FEW 4,600 ft AGL
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,025 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 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 scattered clouds at 10,000 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (110°) at 12 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 4-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: few at 4,600 ft, scattered at 10,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 40°C (104°F) with a dewpoint of 3°C, indicating very dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

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: Dust. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Dust between 09:00Z and 15:00Z.

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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Raw TAF
TAF DAOF 040800Z 0409/0418 04012KT 8000 FEW046 SCT100 PROB30 TEMPO 0409/0415 3000 DU FEW033CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:18Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 40° 12 kt
Visibility: 8 km

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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: 09
6,565 ft 140 ft BIT 82°
11.3 kt 4.1 kt
20° angle
✈️ 09L/27R
Active: 09L
12,700 ft 98 ft ASP 82°
11.3 kt 4.1 kt
20° angle
✈️ 09R/27L
Active: 09R
7,765 ft 140 ft ASP 82°
11.3 kt 4.1 kt
20° 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.