Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport

RPVA / TAC

Tacloban City, PH

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Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RPVA
IATA Code: TAC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 10 ft MSL

Location

City: Tacloban City
Country: PH
Latitude: 11.227761°
Longitude: 125.027783°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 7,014 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport

Overview

Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport serves Tacloban City in the Philippines, positioned strategically on the island of Leyte. As a medium-sized airport with a primary runway measuring 7,014 feet, it supports regional and domestic aviation operations. The airport is located at a low elevation of 10 feet mean sea level, which provides relatively straightforward terrain interaction.

Flying Conditions

The airport's low elevation and coastal location suggest potential for variable maritime weather conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential wind shifts and localized weather patterns typical of Philippine tropical environments. The single runway (18/36) orientation indicates potential crosswind challenges depending on prevailing wind directions.

Notable Features

The airport is situated at coordinates 11.227761, 125.027783, placing it in a region with complex geographical terrain including coastal and potentially mountainous surroundings. The asphalt runway suggests standard medium-airport infrastructure capable of supporting various aircraft types. Pilots should be prepared for potential rapid weather changes common in tropical maritime regions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 18/36's length of 7,014 feet accommodates most regional and domestic aircraft types with adequate margin. Given the airport's low elevation and coastal positioning, wind assessment during approach becomes crucial for safe landing operations. Pilots should conduct thorough pre-flight weather briefings to understand potential wind variability and local atmospheric conditions.

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

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution

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.