Placencia Airport

MZPL / PLJ

Placencia, BZ

Last Updated
Apr 22, 21:00Z

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Currently using: MGPB
Weather Source: Puerto Barrios Airport (MGPB)
Distance: 50nm / 93km from MZPL

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 36 min ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
4 kt
30°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
342 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MGPB 222100Z 03004KT 9999 SCT022 31/24 Q1010 A2983

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3 ft
SCT 2,200 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,203 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Placencia Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,200 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (30°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,200 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

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 40% probability of MVFR conditions between 21:00Z and 00:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 06:00Z and 12:00Z.

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.

QNH
342 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
342 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3 ft)
Pressure Alt
20,141 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 22,062 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +16.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MGPB 221700Z 2218/2318 00000KT 9999 SCT018 TX31/2220Z TN22/2212Z BECMG 2218/2220 SCT020 PROB40 2221/2300 VCSH FEW020CB BECMG 2300/2302 00000KT SCT016 TEMPO 2306/2312 FEW016 BECMG 2315/2317 02006KT SCT018
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:35Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: 10+ km
00:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR
06:00Z TEMPO
+9h
VFR

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ZPL
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
2,133 ft 65 ft Asphalt
2.6 kt 3.1 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Placencia Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MZPL
IATA Code: PLJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3 ft MSL

Location

City: Placencia
Country: BZ
Latitude: 16.536957°
Longitude: -88.361511°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 2,133 ft
Width: 65 ft
Surface: Asphalt
ILS: No

About Placencia Airport

Overview

Placencia Airport serves the coastal village of Placencia in southern Belize, providing critical transportation infrastructure for this Caribbean peninsula region. Located at 16.536957, -88.361511, the airport supports regional and tourism-related aviation operations with its medium-sized facility.

Flying Conditions

Situated at a low elevation of 3 ft MSL, Placencia Airport experiences typical tropical maritime weather conditions with potential rapid atmospheric changes. Pilots should anticipate potential humidity-related visibility variations and be prepared for localized convective activity common to coastal Belizean environments.

Notable Features

The airport features a single asphalt runway (08/26) with a total length of 2,133 feet, which accommodates smaller regional aircraft and charter operations. Its proximity to the Caribbean coastline means terrain is predominantly flat, with minimal surrounding elevation changes that could impact wind patterns or approach dynamics.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26's orientation suggests potential crosswind considerations, particularly during seasonal wind shifts. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and wind assessments during pre-flight planning, maintaining heightened awareness of the relatively short runway length when calculating landing and takeoff performance 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

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.