La Quiaca Airport

SAOL

La Quiaca, AR

Last Updated
Jul 3, 23:00Z

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Currently using: SLTJ
Weather Source: Capitan Oriel Lea Plaza Airport (SLTJ)
Distance: 61nm / 112km from SAOL

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 39 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
6 kt
120°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SLTJ 032300Z 12006KT 9999 SCT070 10/05 Q1020

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 11,414 ft
SCT 7,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
18,414 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

La Quiaca Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 7,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (120°) at 6 knots. Runway 16/34 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 7,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SLTJ 031600Z 0318/0418 15010KT 9999 FEW025 SCT070 TX19/0319Z TN04/0410Z BECMG 0400/0402 00000KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:39Z BASE
+0h
VFR 150° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
00:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AOL
16 ✈️
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 16
8,769 ft 95 ft ASP 155°
4.6 kt 3.9 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

La Quiaca Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SAOL
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 11,414 ft MSL

Location

City: La Quiaca
Country: AR
Latitude: -22.165264°
Longitude: -65.569918°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 8,769 ft
Width: 95 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About La Quiaca Airport

La Quiaca Airport (SAOL) is located in La Quiaca, AR at an elevation of 11,414 feet MSL, making density altitude a consideration for performance planning. The airport has 1 runway (16/34), with the longest at 8,769 feet.

Airport Overview

La Quiaca Airport serves La Quiaca in AR. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (16/34) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 8,769 feet, suitable for large aircraft operations.

Elevation Considerations

At 11414 feet elevation, this is a high-altitude airport where density altitude significantly impacts aircraft performance. Pilots should carefully calculate takeoff and landing distances, especially during hot weather. Turbocharging or turbine power is advantageous for operations here.

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 SAOL, 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.