Ain Arnat Airport

DAAS / QSF

Sétif, DZ

Last Updated
May 14, 15:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 41 min ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
8 kt
220°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DAAS 141500Z 22008KT 9999 SCT026 SCT100 19/02 Q1011

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,360 ft
SCT 2,600 ft AGL
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,960 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
13,360 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Ain Arnat Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 8 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,600 ft, scattered at 10,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 2°C, indicating very dry conditions.

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: Light Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions between 14:00Z and 19:00Z. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions between 18:00Z and 06:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 20:00Z and 00:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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 DAAS 141100Z 1412/1512 26008KT CAVOK PROB30 TEMPO 1414/1419 FEW026TCU BKN100 PROB40 TEMPO 1418/1506 FEW020CB BKN033 PROB30 TEMPO 1420/1424 4000 -TSRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:40Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 8 kt
Visibility: >10km
18:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+3h
MVFR
Ceiling: 3,300 ft
20:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+5h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Light Thunderstorm Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AAS
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
9,498 ft 148 ft ASP
5.1 kt 6.1 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - DAAS

5,366 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
59.9%
MVFR
38.7%
IFR
1.2%
LIFR
0.3%

Ain Arnat Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 59.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 1.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Temperature extremes range from -2°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
E
7.5%
N
16.8%
S
7.1%
W
28.8%
NE
11.4%
NW
12.8%
SE
4%
SW
11.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.9°C
Range: -2°C to 33°C
-2°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

October September February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt

Statistics computed from 5,366 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ain Arnat Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DAAS
IATA Code: QSF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,360 ft MSL

Location

City: Sétif
Country: DZ
Latitude: 36.178101°
Longitude: 5.324490°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 9,498 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Ain Arnat Airport

Overview

Ain Arnat Airport serves the Sétif region in Algeria, situated at an elevation of 3360 feet above mean sea level. This medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for northeastern Algeria, positioned at coordinates 36.178101, 5.324490. The airport features a single asphalt runway (09/27) measuring 9,498 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Ain Arnat Airport are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with 65.6% of observations supporting VFR operations. The airport experiences a moderate temperature range from -2°C to 33°C, with an average of 11.3°C. Wind patterns are predominantly westerly at 270 degrees, averaging 5.7 knots with occasional gusts up to 30 knots. September, October, and November represent the most consistent VFR flying months.

Notable Features

The airport's significant elevation at 3,360 feet MSL suggests potential terrain considerations for arriving and departing aircraft. Winds demonstrate a high predictability, with the runway 09/27 experiencing favorable wind conditions 100% of the time and an average crosswind component of just 3.1 knots. This consistent wind profile provides stable approach and departure conditions for pilots.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27's extensive 9,498-foot length offers substantial operational flexibility for most aircraft types. Given the prevailing westerly winds, approaches from the 270-degree sector will typically encounter the most stable wind conditions. Pilots should anticipate excellent visibility, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of reduced meteorological conditions.

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.