Juan H White Airport

SKCU / CAQ

Caucasia, CO

Last Updated
Apr 22, 19:00Z

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Weather Source: Los Garzones Airport (SKMR)
Distance: 63nm / 117km from SKCU

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 59 min ago
19:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
32°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
14 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
4,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SKMR 221900Z 30014KT 260V330 9999 VCSH BKN045 32/25 Q1008 RMK VCSH/NW

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 174 ft
BKN 4,500 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,674 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Juan H White Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 14 knots. Runway 01/19 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 13-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 32°C (90°F) with a dewpoint of 25°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.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

QNH
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1002 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (174 ft)
Pressure Alt
332 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,414 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +17.3°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KCU
01 ✈️
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 01
3,794 ft 66 ft ASP 14°
4.8 kt 13.2 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Juan H White Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SKCU
IATA Code: CAQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 174 ft MSL

Location

City: Caucasia
Country: CO
Latitude: 7.968470°
Longitude: -75.198500°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 3,794 ft
Width: 66 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Juan H White Airport

Overview

Juan H White Airport serves the Caucasia region in Colombia, situated at an elevation of 174 feet above mean sea level. As a medium-sized airport, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for the local area, supporting various aviation operations in the northwestern part of the country.

Flying Conditions

Located at coordinates 7.968470, -75.198500, the airport experiences typical tropical Colombian climate conditions with potential variability in visibility and wind patterns. Pilots should anticipate potential thermal activities and localized weather shifts common to the region's geographic positioning.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (01/19) with an asphalted surface measuring 3,794 feet in length. Its moderate elevation and terrain suggest a relatively straightforward operational environment, though pilots should conduct standard terrain and approach assessments prior to landing.

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19 provides a single directional approach option, with landing considerations dependent on current wind conditions. Pilots should utilize standard approach procedures, maintaining awareness of the airport's 174-foot elevation and the runway's 3,794-foot length during planning and execution.

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
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.