PR Police-Ponce Area Heliport

70PR

Ponce, PR

Last Updated
May 15, 04:15Z

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Currently using: TJPS
Weather Source: Mercedita Airport (TJPS)
Distance: 1nm / 2km from 70PR

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 7 min ago
04:15Z
🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
4 kt
Variable
10 SM
Visibility
2,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR TJPS 150415Z AUTO VRB04KT 10SM BKN026 OVC032 26/22 A3005 RMK AO2

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 37 ft
BKN 2,600 ft AGL
OVC 3,200 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,637 ft AMSL
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OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,237 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

PR Police-Ponce Area Heliport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 3,200 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 2600 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 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.

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

QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1017 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (37 ft)
Pressure Alt
-106 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,223 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF TJPS 142330Z 1500/1524 08008KT P6SM FEW030 FM151300 11010KT P6SM FEW030 FM151700 13016G24KT P6SM VCSH SCT030 SCT050 FM152200 08006KT P6SM FEW030 SCT040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:21Z BASE
+0h
VFR 80° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
13:00Z FM151300
+9h
VFR 110° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

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PR Police-Ponce Area Heliport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: 70PR
Type: heliport
Status: active
Elevation: 37 ft MSL

Location

City: Ponce
Country: PR
Latitude: 18.004055°
Longitude: -66.584213°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway information not available

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
0°@4kt
Density Alt
37ft, 26°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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About PR Police-Ponce Area Heliport

PR Police-Ponce Area Heliport (70PR) is located in Ponce, PR at an elevation of 37 feet MSL.

Airport Overview

PR Police-Ponce Area Heliport serves Ponce in PR.

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 appropriate aeronautical charts for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from 70PR, 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.

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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.