Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport

SBAC / ARX

Aracati, BR

Last Updated
May 14, 19:00Z

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Currently using: SBMS
Weather Source: Dix-Sept Rosado Airport (SBMS)
Distance: 46nm / 86km from SBAC

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 28 min ago
19:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
3 kt
140°
10+ km
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBMS 141900Z 14003KT 9999 SCT030 BKN100 29/25 Q1011

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 128 ft
SCT 3,000 ft AGL
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,128 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,128 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 10,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 10000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 25°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BAC
9
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 9/27
Active: 27
3,937 ft 98 ft ASP
1.9 kt 2.3 kt
130° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBAC
IATA Code: ARX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 128 ft MSL

Location

City: Aracati
Country: BR
Latitude: -4.568896°
Longitude: -37.805135°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 9/27
Length: 3,937 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport

Overview

Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport serves the municipal region of Aracati in northeastern Brazil, located in the state of Ceará. As a medium-sized regional airport, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for local transportation and regional connectivity. The airport sits at an elevation of 128 feet above mean sea level, situated at coordinates -4.568896, -37.805135.

Flying Conditions

The airport's coastal location suggests potential for variable wind conditions typical of northeastern Brazilian climate zones. Pilots should anticipate potential maritime meteorological influences that can create localized wind shifts and visibility changes. The airport's asphalted runway (9/27) measuring 3,937 feet provides reasonable operational flexibility for regional aircraft.

Notable Features

Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport is positioned in a geographic area characterized by coastal terrain and potential maritime environmental interactions. The single runway (9/27) orientation suggests potential crosswind challenges depending on prevailing wind directions. Pilots should be prepared for potential thermal and sea breeze effects common in coastal Brazilian regions.

Approach Considerations

Approach considerations should account for the runway's 3,937-foot length, which accommodates medium-sized regional aircraft. The airport's elevation of 128 feet MSL indicates a relatively low-altitude environment with minimal terrain complexity. Runway 09/27 provides standard directional options based on wind conditions, with standard left-hand traffic patterns expected.

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.