Coveñas Airport

SKCV / CVE

Coveñas, CO

Last Updated
Apr 22, 18:00Z

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Currently using: SKCZ
Weather Source: Las Brujas Airport (SKCZ)
Distance: 24nm / 45km from SKCV

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 39 min ago
18:00Z

🌇 Dusk
MVFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
7 kt
340°
5 km
Visibility
3,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SKCZ 221800Z 34007KT 310V010 5000 -RA OVC030 30/22 Q1010

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 31 ft
OVC 3,000 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,031 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Coveñas Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 3,000 feet and 5 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (340°) at 7 knots. Runway 05/23 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 5 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 3000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 30°C (86°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KCV
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
4,396 ft 98 ft ASP 50°
2.4 kt 6.6 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Coveñas Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SKCV
IATA Code: CVE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 31 ft MSL

Location

City: Coveñas
Country: CO
Latitude: 9.400920°
Longitude: -75.691300°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 4,396 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Coveñas Airport

Overview

Coveñas Airport serves the coastal region of northern Colombia, located in the department of Sucre. Positioned at 9.400920, -75.691300, the airport provides medium-level aviation services to the surrounding coastal community, supporting regional transportation and potentially supporting offshore maritime operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport sits at a low elevation of 31 ft mean sea level, which typically suggests minimal terrain-related wind disruptions. Being a coastal location, pilots can expect potential maritime weather influences, including variable wind conditions and potential marine layer developments that could impact visibility.

Notable Features

The single runway 05/23 is 4,396 feet long and surfaced with asphalt, suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations. Its orientation suggests potential crosswind scenarios, particularly given the airport's proximity to coastal wind patterns, which pilots should carefully assess during approach and departure phases.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23's length and asphalt surface accommodate medium aircraft, providing reasonable operational flexibility. Pilots should anticipate potential maritime wind shifts and conduct thorough pre-flight weather assessments, particularly regarding wind direction and potential marine layer developments that could influence approach and landing 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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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.