Puerto Jimenez Airport

MRPJ / PJM

Puerto Jimenez, CR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 21:00Z

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Currently using: MPDA
Weather Source: Enrique Malek International Airport (MPDA)
Distance: 52nm / 96km from MRPJ

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 55 min ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
32°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
11 kt
210°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1005 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MPDA 042100Z 21011KT 9999 SCT018 32/24 Q1005 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 7 ft
SCT 1,800 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,807 ft AMSL
QNH
1005 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1005 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (7 ft)
Pressure Alt
255 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,297 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +17.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MPDA 041730Z 0418/0506 21006KT 9999 FEW018 TEMPO 0500/0504 03008KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:55Z BASE
+0h
VFR 210° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
00:00Z TEMPO
+3h
VFR 30° 8 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RPJ
16
34 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
2,707 ft 0 ft UNK
7.1 kt 8.4 kt
130° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Puerto Jimenez Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MRPJ
IATA Code: PJM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 7 ft MSL

Location

City: Puerto Jimenez
Country: CR
Latitude: 8.533330°
Longitude: -83.300003°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 2,707 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No

About Puerto Jimenez Airport

Overview

Puerto Jimenez Airport serves the Osa Peninsula region of Costa Rica, located in a coastal area known for its biodiversity and proximity to Corcovado National Park. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 7 feet mean sea level, it provides essential air access to this remote and ecologically significant part of southwestern Costa Rica.

Flying Conditions

The airport's low elevation and coastal location suggest potential for variable maritime weather conditions, with likely influence from Pacific Ocean air masses. Pilots should anticipate potential humidity, thermal variations, and potential marine layer development given the airport's proximity to coastal environments.

Notable Features

Situated at coordinates 8.533330, -83.300003, Puerto Jimenez Airport features a single runway (16/34) approximately 2,707 feet in length. The surrounding terrain of the Osa Peninsula likely presents complex local topography, with mountainous regions and dense tropical vegetation potentially influencing wind patterns and approach dynamics.

Approach Considerations

The runway's orientation of 16/34 suggests potential crosswind scenarios depending on prevailing maritime wind patterns. Pilots should conduct thorough preflight planning, considering the relatively short runway length and potential local terrain effects when preparing for arrival or departure at this medium-sized airport.

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.