Juan Jose Rondon Airport

SKPA / RON

Paipa, CO

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:00Z

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Weather Source: El Alcaravan - Yopal Airport (SKYP)
Distance: 51nm / 94km from SKPA

Current Weather

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27°C
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Dewpoint: 18°C
9 kt
40°
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METAR SKYP 040900Z AUTO 04009KT 5000NDV // ////// 27/18 Q1007

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KPA
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
5,382 ft 98 ft ASP 37°
8.9 kt 1.6 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Juan Jose Rondon Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SKPA
IATA Code: RON
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 8,205 ft MSL

Location

City: Paipa
Country: CO
Latitude: 5.764540°
Longitude: -73.105400°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 5,382 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Juan Jose Rondon Airport

Juan Jose Rondon Airport (SKPA/RON) is located in Paipa, CO at an elevation of 8,205 feet MSL, making density altitude a consideration for performance planning. The airport has 1 runway (05/23), with the longest at 5,382 feet.

Airport Overview

Juan Jose Rondon Airport serves Paipa in CO. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (05/23) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 5,382 feet, accommodating most general aviation and regional aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

At 8205 feet elevation, this is a high-altitude airport where density altitude significantly impacts aircraft performance. Pilots should carefully calculate takeoff and landing distances, especially during hot weather. Turbocharging or turbine power is advantageous for operations here.

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 SKPA, 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.

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.