Jose Maria Velasco Ibarra Airport

SEMA / MRR

Macará, EC

Last Updated
Mar 4, 18:00Z

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Currently using: SPME
Weather Source: Captain Pedro Canga Rodríguez International Airport (SPME)
Distance: 56nm / 104km from SEMA

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
18:00Z
🌇 Dusk
MVFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
9 kt
260°
10+ km
Visibility
1,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1011 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SPME 041800Z 26009KT 9999 OVC010 25/24 Q1011 RMK BIRD HAZARD RWY 32/14 PP002

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,508 ft
OVC 1,000 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,508 ft AMSL
QNH
1011 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
961 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,508 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,576 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,138 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SPME 041722Z 0418/0518 28005KT 8000 OVC025 TX26/0419Z TN23/0511Z TEMPO 0418/0422 22010KT OVC010 TEMPO 0423/0503 4000 RA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:24Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 280° 5 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
23:00Z TEMPO
+5h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
EMA
01
19 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
 3,532 ft 65 ft ASP 12°
↑ 3.1 kt • ↔ 8.5 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Jose Maria Velasco Ibarra Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SEMA
IATA Code: MRR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,508 ft MSL

Location

City: Macará
Country: EC
Latitude: -4.378230°
Longitude: -79.941002°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 3,532 ft
Width: 65 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
260°@9kt
Density Alt
1508ft, 25°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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About Jose Maria Velasco Ibarra Airport

Overview

Jose Maria Velasco Ibarra Airport serves the Macará region in Ecuador, positioned at coordinates -4.378230, -79.941002. As a medium airport situated at 1508 feet above mean sea level, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for the local area. The airport features a single asphalt runway designated 01/19, with a length of 3532 feet.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation of 1508 feet MSL indicates a moderate terrain environment that can influence aircraft performance and approach characteristics. Located in southern Ecuador, the airport likely experiences variations in wind patterns and visibility typical of the regional climate. Pilots should anticipate potential density altitude effects due to the airport's terrain and elevation.

Notable Features

Macará's geographic positioning suggests a terrain-influenced airport environment, likely surrounded by varying elevation profiles. The single runway configuration (01/19) means pilots must be prepared for potential crosswind conditions during approach and departure. The asphalt (ASP) surface indicates standard runway construction suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19's 3532-foot length requires careful performance calculations for aircraft planning to utilize the airport. Pilots should conduct thorough pre-flight planning considering the airport's elevation and potential terrain-related wind interactions. Standard instrument approach procedures will be critical given the airport's geographical location and moderate elevation.

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.

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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.