Arfa Airport

OE43

Ta'if, SA

Last Updated
May 15, 12:00Z

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Currently using: OETF
Weather Source: Ta’if Regional Airport (OETF)
Distance: 38nm / 70km from OE43

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 52 min ago
12:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
35°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -8°C
14 kt
270°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR OETF 151200Z 27014KT 9999 FEW030 35/M08 Q1016 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 4,155 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,155 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Arfa Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (270°) at 14 knots. Runway 29 is favored with a 13-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 35°C (95°F) with a dewpoint of -8°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 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
878 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (4,155 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,073 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 7,470 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +28.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF OETF 151100Z 1512/1618 29017KT CAVOK BECMG 1604/1606 02010KT BECMG 1610/1612 30015KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:52Z BASE
+0h
VFR 290° 17 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
E43
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
6,726 ft 82 ft ASP 114°
13.2 kt 4.8 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Arfa Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: OE43
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,155 ft MSL

Location

City: Ta'if
Country: SA
Latitude: 21.323601°
Longitude: 41.198299°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-3

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 6,726 ft
Width: 82 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Arfa Airport

Arfa Airport (OE43) is located in Ta'if, SA at an elevation of 4,155 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (11/29), with the longest at 6,726 feet.

Airport Overview

Arfa Airport serves Ta'if in SA. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (11/29) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 6,726 feet, accommodating most general aviation and regional aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

The field elevation of 4155 feet requires attention to density altitude during warm weather 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 appropriate aeronautical charts for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from OE43, 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.