Alberto Lleras Camargo Airport

SKSO / SOX

Sogamoso, CO

Last Updated
Jun 2, 20:00Z

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Currently using: SKYP
Weather Source: El Alcaravan - Yopal Airport (SKYP)
Distance: 41nm / 76km from SKSO

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 36 min ago
20:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
5 kt
100°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SKYP 022000Z 10005KT 050V160 9999 SCT010 SCT040 30/22 Q1011

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 8,155 ft
SCT 1,000 ft AGL
SCT 4,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,155 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,155 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Alberto Lleras Camargo Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (100°) at 5 knots. Runway 04/22 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,000 ft, scattered at 4,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 30°C (86°F) with a dewpoint of 22°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.

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KSO
04 ✈️
22

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 04
6,171 ft 80 ft ASP 39°
2.5 kt 4.3 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Alberto Lleras Camargo Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SKSO
IATA Code: SOX
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 8,155 ft MSL

Location

City: Sogamoso
Country: CO
Latitude: 5.677320°
Longitude: -72.970300°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 6,171 ft
Width: 80 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Alberto Lleras Camargo Airport

Alberto Lleras Camargo Airport (SKSO/SOX) is located in Sogamoso, CO at an elevation of 8,155 feet MSL, making density altitude a consideration for performance planning. The airport has 1 runway (04/22), with the longest at 6,171 feet.

Airport Overview

Alberto Lleras Camargo Airport serves Sogamoso 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 (04/22) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 6,171 feet, accommodating most general aviation and regional aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

At 8155 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 SKSO, 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.