Beach Heliport

SJN8

Rio de Janeiro, BR

Last Updated
May 15, 01:00Z

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Currently using: SBAF
Weather Source: Campo Délio Jardim de Mattos Airport (SBAF)
Distance: 9nm / 17km from SJN8

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 7 hours ago
01:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
3 kt
190°
7 km
Visibility
4,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBAF 150100Z 19003KT 7000 FEW012 SCT020 BKN040 23/23 Q1018

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 16 ft
FEW 1,200 ft AGL
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
BKN 4,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,216 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,016 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,016 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Beach Heliport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,000 feet and 7 km visibility. Note: This observation is 6.5 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (190°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 7 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 4000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 23°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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 narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF SBAF 150300Z 1506/1518 08006KT 9999 SCT030 TN20/1508Z TX27/1517Z RMK PEB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:31Z BASE
+0h
VFR 80° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JN8
19
01 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 19/01
Active: 01
64 ft 64 ft GRS
3.0 kt 0.0 kt
180° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Beach Heliport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SJN8
Type: heliport
Status: active
Elevation: 16 ft MSL

Location

City: Rio de Janeiro
Country: BR
Latitude: -23.019901°
Longitude: -43.439671°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 19/01
Length: 64 ft
Width: 64 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

About Beach Heliport

Beach Heliport (SJN8) is located in Rio de Janeiro, BR at an elevation of 16 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (19/01), with the longest at 64 feet.

Airport Overview

Beach Heliport serves Rio de Janeiro in BR. The airport features 1 runway (19/01) with grs surface. The longest runway measures 64 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

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 SJN8, 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.