Jijel Ferhat Abbas Airport

DAAV / GJL

Tahir, DZ

Last Updated
May 14, 15:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 59 min ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
3 kt
350°
10+ km
Visibility
20,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DAAV 141500Z 35003KT 9999 FEW020 SCT040 BKN200 24/07 Q1008

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 36 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
SCT 4,000 ft AGL
BKN 20,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,036 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,036 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
20,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
20,036 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Jijel Ferhat Abbas Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 20,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (350°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 20000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 7°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions between 12:00Z and 00:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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 DAAV 141100Z 1412/1512 02008KT CAVOK PROB30 TEMPO 1412/1424 FEW020TCU BKN100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:59Z BASE
+0h
VFR 20° 8 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AAV
17
35 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
7,874 ft 148 ft ASP 171°
3.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - DAAV

5,474 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86.8%
MVFR
12.7%
IFR
0.4%
LIFR
0.2%

Jijel Ferhat Abbas Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 5.4 knots. Temperatures typically range between 4°C and 34°C with an average of 16.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 5.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 2.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
2.5%
N
13.2%
S
28.5%
W
14.3%
NE
2.3%
NW
13.8%
SE
15.7%
SW
7.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.2°C
Range: 4°C to 34°C
4°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

October September February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 5,474 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Jijel Ferhat Abbas Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DAAV
IATA Code: GJL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 36 ft MSL

Location

City: Tahir
Country: DZ
Latitude: 36.795101°
Longitude: 5.873610°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 7,874 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Jijel Ferhat Abbas Airport

Overview

Jijel Ferhat Abbas Airport serves the coastal region of northeastern Algeria, situated in the Tahir district. Located at an elevation of 36 ft MSL, this medium-sized airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the Jijel province. The airport's single runway (17/35) spans 7,874 feet with an asphalt surface, supporting regional and potentially some commercial aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly favorable Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 90.6% of observed weather supporting VFR operations. Wind patterns are consistently from the south (180°), averaging 4.7 knots with occasional peaks up to 23 knots. Temperature variations range from 4°C to 34°C, with an average of 17°C, suggesting relatively stable thermal conditions for most of the year.

Notable Features

Positioned at coordinates 36.795101, 5.873610, the airport is located in a coastal region with potential maritime atmospheric influences. The runway alignment (17/35) suggests good wind coverage, with 100% favorable wind conditions and minimal average crosswind of 2.3 knots. Seasonal patterns indicate optimal VFR flying conditions during autumn months, particularly September, October, and November.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect consistently good visibility, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of reduced visibility. The runway's orientation and wind characteristics suggest minimal wind-related approach complications. Autumn months provide the most reliable flying conditions, with high probability of VFR operations and stable meteorological parameters.

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.