Libertador Gral D Jose De San Martin Airport

SARP / PSS

Posadas, AR

Last Updated
May 14, 20:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 44 min ago
20:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
2 kt
140°
10+ km
Visibility
2,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SARP 142000Z 14002KT 9999 BKN025 BKN100 22/13 Q1016

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 430 ft
BKN 2,500 ft AGL
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,930 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,430 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Libertador Gral D Jose De San Martin Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2500 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C, indicating moderate moisture 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: Showers Rain, Mist. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Showers Rain between 19:00Z and 22:00Z. There is a 40% probability of LIFR conditions with Mist between 08:00Z and 11:00Z.

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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TAF SARP 141700Z 1418/1518 11005KT 9999 BKN040 TX23/1419Z TN12/1510Z PROB30 1419/1422 8000 SHRA FEW040TCU BECMG 1500/1502 CAVOK PROB40 1508/1511 1500 BR NSC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:43Z BASE
+0h
VFR 110° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
00:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR
Visibility: >10km
08:00Z PROB40
+12h
LIFR
Visibility: 1.5 km
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ARP
02
20 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 20
7,388 ft 98 ft ASP 359°
1.0 kt 1.7 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SARP

5,577 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
90.5%
MVFR
6.7%
IFR
2.4%
LIFR
0.4%

Libertador Gral D Jose De San Martin Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 90.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from 7°C to 39°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, January, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 0.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
14%
NE
8.4%
E
33.2%
SE
14.1%
S
14.5%
SW
3.1%
W
7.5%
NW
4.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 24.8°C
Range: 7°C to 39°C
7°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.5%

Best Months for VFR

February January March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt

Statistics computed from 5,577 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Libertador Gral D Jose De San Martin Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SARP
IATA Code: PSS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 430 ft MSL

Location

City: Posadas
Country: AR
Latitude: -27.385800°
Longitude: -55.970700°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 7,388 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Libertador Gral D Jose De San Martin Airport

Overview

Libertador Gral D Jose De San Martin Airport serves the Posadas region in Argentina, providing critical transportation infrastructure for northeastern Argentina. Located at coordinates -27.385800, -55.970700, this medium-sized airport supports regional and potentially domestic aviation operations. The airport sits at an elevation of 430 feet above mean sea level, positioning it in a relatively flat terrain area.

Flying Conditions

Posadas' airport experiences typical subtropical climate conditions characteristic of northeastern Argentina, with potential significant seasonal weather variations. Pilots should anticipate potential thermal activity and potential convective developments given the regional climate. The airport's moderate elevation of 430 ft MSL suggests generally stable atmospheric conditions without extreme altitude-related performance considerations.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (02/20) with a substantial length of 7,388 feet constructed with asphalt surface (ASP). This runway length provides adequate operational capability for medium-sized aircraft and supports a range of aviation activities. The geographical location suggests potential interactions with regional topographical features that could influence local wind patterns and approach dynamics.

Approach Considerations

Runway 02/20 orientation indicates potential crosswind considerations during approach and landing phases. Pilots should prepare for potential wind variability given the airport's geographic positioning. Standard instrument approach procedures would be recommended, with careful attention to local terrain and potential meteorological conditions specific to the Posadas region.

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.