Rosario Islas Malvinas International Airport (SAAR)
Rosario, Argentina · Latin America
By Renzo, CPL
ICAO
SAAR
IATA
ROS
City
Rosario
Country
Argentina
Region
Latin America
Elevation
85 ft
Runways
1 runway
Coordinates
-32.9036, -60.7850
Overview
Argentine Pampas airport third largest city. Active aeroclub with pilot training operations.
Current Weather at SAAR
Pilots flying into or out of Rosario Islas Malvinas International Airport should always check the latest METAR (Meteorological Aerodrome Report) before departure. A METAR is a standardized weather observation issued every hour (or more frequently as a SPECI when conditions change rapidly). It includes wind direction and speed, visibility, cloud layers, temperature, dewpoint, and altimeter setting -- everything you need for a safe go/no-go decision.
Live conditions
Current METAR
METAR SAAR 030900Z 09006KT CAVOK 12/11 Q1023Wind 090° at 6 kt — likely active runway near heading 09
Current TAF
TAF SAAR 030500Z 0306/0406 08005KT CAVOK TX18/0318Z TN11/0310Z TEMPO 0307/0311 5000 BR SCT015 BKN050Decode METAR for SAAR
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Check Weather Before Your Flight
A thorough weather briefing is essential for safe flight operations at Rosario Islas Malvinas International Airport. Here are the key weather products every pilot should review:
- METARHourly surface observation for SAAR. Includes wind, visibility, ceiling, temp/dewpoint, and altimeter.
- TAFTerminal Aerodrome Forecast covering the next 24-30 hours. Look for expected wind shifts, visibility changes, and precipitation.
- NOTAMNotices to Air Missions for SAAR. Check for runway closures, taxiway restrictions, and navaid outages.
- PIREPPilot Reports from aircraft near Rosario. Real-world turbulence, icing, and cloud top reports.
- SIG/AIRMETArea forecasts for significant weather, turbulence, and icing that may affect operations around Rosario Islas Malvinas International Airport.
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Pilot Resources at Rosario Islas Malvinas International Airport
Radio Frequencies
Always verify current frequencies in the Chart Supplement (formerly A/FD) before flight. Common frequencies for airports like SAAR include ATIS/AWOS, Ground, Tower (if towered), Approach/Departure, and Clearance Delivery. Frequencies change -- never rely on outdated sources.
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Sectional Chart Guide
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Training Availability
Flight Training Available
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