Colonel Ernesto Rabina Air Base

RPLQ

Capas, PH

Last Updated
Jun 10, 18:00Z

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Currently using: RPLC
Weather Source: Clark International Airport / Clark Air Base (RPLC)
Distance: 11nm / 21km from RPLQ

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a military aerodrome. Civil aircraft access may be restricted or require prior authorization. Consult the applicable AIP for current access procedures.

Consult the applicable national AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 46 min ago
18:00Z

🌇 Dusk
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
2 kt
270°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
343 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RPLC 101800Z 27002KT 9999 FEW020 26/24 Q1013 NOSIG RMK A2991

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 564 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
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FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,564 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Colonel Ernesto Rabina Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (270°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 18:00Z and 00:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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

QNH
343 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
324 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (564 ft)
Pressure Alt
20,672 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 22,127 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +12.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF RPLC 101700Z 1018/1124 14006KT 9999 SCT020 TX34/1106Z TN25/1021Z TEMPO 1018/1024 36008KT FEW020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:46Z BASE
+0h
VFR 140° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

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Colonel Ernesto Rabina Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RPLQ
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 564 ft MSL

Location

City: Capas
Country: PH
Latitude: 15.317683°
Longitude: 120.422891°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway information not available

About Colonel Ernesto Rabina Air Base

Colonel Ernesto Rabina Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the PH AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Colonel Ernesto Rabina Air Base (RPLQ) is located in Capas, PH at an elevation of 564 feet MSL.

Airport Overview

Colonel Ernesto Rabina Air Base serves Capas in PH. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival.

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 Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from RPLQ, 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.

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.