El Bolsón Airfield

SAVB / EHL

El Bolsón, AR

Last Updated
Jul 4, 08:00Z

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Currently using: SAZS
Weather Source: San Carlos de Bariloche Airport (SAZS)
Distance: 50nm / 93km from SAVB

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 50 min ago
08:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
-1°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -5°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
2,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SAZS 040800Z VRB02KT 9999 OVC025 M01/M05 Q1018

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,141 ft
OVC 2,500 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,641 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

El Bolsón Airfield is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 2,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is -1°C (30°F) with a dewpoint of -5°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods. Temperatures are at or below freezing. Check for icing conditions and ensure aircraft anti-ice/de-ice systems are operational if required.

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. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions between 09:00Z and 12:00Z.

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 SAZS 040500Z 0406/0506 16005KT 9999 OVC020 TX04/0418Z TNM03/0410Z PROB30 0409/0412 7000 BKN005 BECMG 0413/0415 29010KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:49Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 160° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
09:00Z PROB30
+1h
IFR
Visibility: 7 km
Ceiling: 500 ft
13:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR 290° 10 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AVB
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
18/36 4,265 ft 98 ft ASP 189° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

El Bolsón Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SAVB
IATA Code: EHL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,141 ft MSL

Location

City: El Bolsón
Country: AR
Latitude: -41.943199°
Longitude: -71.532303°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 4,265 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About El Bolsón Airfield

Overview

El Bolsón Airfield (SAVB) is a medium-sized airport located in the Río Negro Province of Argentina, situated near the town of El Bolsón. The airport serves the local region at an elevation of 1,141 feet above mean sea level, providing critical aviation infrastructure in this Patagonian mountain area.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation and geographical position suggest variable weather conditions typical of Patagonian mountain regions. Pilots should anticipate potential wind variations and temperature fluctuations that can impact aircraft performance, especially given the airport's mountainous surrounding terrain.

Notable Features

El Bolsón Airfield features a single runway (18/36) with an asphalted surface measuring 4,265 feet in length. The airport's coordinates at -41.943199, -71.532303 place it in a challenging mountainous environment that requires careful navigation and terrain awareness during approach and departure.

Approach Considerations

The runway orientation of 18/36 suggests potential crosswind scenarios, with pilots needing to be prepared for wind shifts during landing and takeoff. The moderate runway length of 4,265 feet requires standard performance calculations, particularly for aircraft operating at the airport's 1,141-foot elevation.

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

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.