Colonel Ernesto Rabina Air Base

RPLQ

Capas, PH

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:00Z

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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 53 min ago
10:00Z
☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
12 kt
180°
10+ km
Visibility
∞
Ceiling
Unlimited
342 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RPLC 041000Z 18012KT 9999 SCT020 30/21 Q1009 NOSIG RMK A2980

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 564 ft
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
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SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,564 ft AMSL
QNH
342 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
323 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (564 ft)
Pressure Alt
20,702 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 22,637 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +16.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF RPLC 040500Z 0406/0512 09008KT 9999 SCT020 TX34/0406Z TN24/0421Z TEMPO 0406/0412 16012KT SCT020 BKN100 TEMPO 0412/0418 16008KT BKN020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:52Z BASE
+0h
VFR 90° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
12:00Z TEMPO
+2h
MVFR 160° 8 kt
Ceiling: 2,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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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

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
180°@12kt
Density Alt
564ft, 30°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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RPLC VFR
Clark International Airport / Clark Air Base
11nm
21km
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33nm
60km
RPLS N/A
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57nm
105km
RPLL VFR
Ninoy Aquino International Airport
60nm
110km
RPUB N/A
Loakan Airport
64nm
119km
RPUR N/A
Dr Juan C Angara Airport
67nm
124km
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

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.

Learn More

Relevant guides based on current conditions at RPLQ

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Current winds: 12 knots
Density Altitude Explained
Critical for hot weather ops
Temp: 30°C
How to Read TAF Forecasts
Interpret terminal forecasts
TAF available
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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.