Tunja Airport

SKTJ

Tunja, CO

Last Updated
Mar 4, 11:00Z

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Weather Source: El Alcaravan - Yopal Airport (SKYP)
Distance: 59nm / 109km from SKTJ

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26°C
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Dewpoint: 19°C
7 kt
30°
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METAR SKYP 041100Z 03007KT 9999 NSC 26/19 Q1010

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KTJ
04 ✈️
22

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 04
3,635 ft 66 ft ASP 34°
6.9 kt 1.2 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Tunja Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SKTJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 8,940 ft MSL

Location

City: Tunja
Country: CO
Latitude: 5.541380°
Longitude: -73.344500°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 3,635 ft
Width: 66 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Tunja Airport

Overview

Tunja Airport serves the city of Tunja in Colombia, situated at a high elevation of 8,940 feet mean sea level. As a medium-sized airport located in the Andean region, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for the surrounding mountainous area. The airport supports regional aviation operations with its single runway configuration.

Flying Conditions

The airport's significant elevation of 8,940 feet MSL presents challenging atmospheric conditions for aircraft performance and pilot operations. High-altitude airports like Tunja typically experience thinner air, which impacts aircraft lift, engine performance, and takeoff/landing characteristics. Pilots should carefully calculate density altitude and aircraft performance parameters, especially during warmer periods.

Notable Features

Positioned at coordinates 5.541380, -73.344500, Tunja Airport is situated in a mountainous terrain characteristic of Colombia's central cordillera. The single runway 04/22, measuring 3,635 feet in asphalted surface, requires precise navigation given the surrounding topographical complexity. Pilots must be prepared for potential wind variations and terrain-induced turbulence.

Approach Considerations

The runway 04/22 orientation suggests potential crosswind challenges during approach and landing. With a relatively short runway length of 3,635 feet at high elevation, pilots must exercise careful speed and descent management. Standard approach procedures should include thorough terrain awareness and precise energy management consistent with high-altitude airport operations.

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.