Graciosa Airport

LPGR / GRW

Santa Cruz da Graciosa, PT

Last Updated
May 14, 13:30Z

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Currently using: LPHR
Weather Source: Horta Airport (LPHR)
Distance: 47nm / 87km from LPGR

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 31 min ago
13:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
10 kt
80°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LPHR 141330Z 08010KT 050V130 9999 FEW018 SCT035 18/09 Q1031

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 86 ft
FEW 1,800 ft AGL
SCT 3,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,886 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,586 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Graciosa Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (80°) at 10 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,800 ft, scattered at 3,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 21:00Z.

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 LPHR 141100Z 1412/1421 05010KT 9999 FEW015 BKN030 TEMPO 1412/1421 SCT020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:00Z BASE
+0h
VFR 50° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PGR
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
4,529 ft 98 ft CON 76°
9.8 kt 1.7 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Graciosa Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LPGR
IATA Code: GRW
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 86 ft MSL

Location

City: Santa Cruz da Graciosa
Country: PT
Latitude: 39.092201°
Longitude: -28.029800°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+2

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 4,529 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Graciosa Airport

Overview

Graciosa Airport serves Santa Cruz da Graciosa in the Azores archipelago, located on the island of Graciosa. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 86 feet above mean sea level, it provides essential transportation infrastructure for this remote Portuguese island region. The airport supports regional connectivity and serves as a critical aviation hub for the local community.

Flying Conditions

Being situated in the Azores, Graciosa Airport experiences maritime Atlantic climate conditions characterized by variable winds and potential rapid weather changes. The airport's elevation of 86 feet MSL suggests a relatively low-altitude environment with potential for marine layer formations. Pilots should anticipate dynamic wind conditions, particularly given the airport's island location and oceanic proximity.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (09/27) measuring 4,529 feet in length, constructed with concrete (CON) surface. Its geographic coordinates at 39.092201, -28.029800 place it in a potentially challenging maritime terrain environment typical of the Azorean islands. The runway's orientation suggests potential crosswind considerations during approach and landing.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27's substantial 4,529-foot length provides reasonable operational flexibility for most regional aircraft types. Given the airport's island setting, pilots should be prepared for potential wind shear and rapidly changing meteorological conditions. Standard approach procedures should account for the maritime environment and the airport's modest elevation.

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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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.