Enrique Malek International Airport

MPDA / DAV

David, PA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 13:00Z

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Weather Source: Enrique Malek International Airport (MPDA)
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Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 56 min ago
13:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MPDA 041300Z VRB02KT 9999 FEW018 26/22 Q1008 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 89 ft
FEW 1,800 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,889 ft AMSL
QNH
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1005 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (89 ft)
Pressure Alt
247 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,588 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MPDA 041115Z 0412/0424 21006KT 9999 FEW018 TEMPO 0412/0415 02004KT PROB40 TEMPO 0416/0419 04010G20KT PROB30 TEMPO 0420/0424 SCT018TCU
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:55Z BASE
+0h
VFR 210° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
16:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+3h
VFR 40° 10 kt
20:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+7h
MVFR

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PDA
04
22

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 8,530 ft 148 ft ASP 38° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MPDA

2,735 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
89.1%
MVFR
8.8%
IFR
1.5%
LIFR
0.5%

Enrique Malek International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 89.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 5.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from 3°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, February, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 5.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 22 kt
Calm Winds: 1.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.3%
NE
14.4%
E
4.9%
SE
1.8%
S
27.8%
SW
26.8%
W
9.6%
NW
5%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.3°C
Range: 3°C to 36°C
3°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.3%

Best Months for VFR

March February January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.2 kt

Statistics computed from 2,735 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Enrique Malek International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MPDA
IATA Code: DAV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 89 ft MSL

Location

City: David
Country: PA
Latitude: 8.391000°
Longitude: -82.434998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 8,530 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Enrique Malek International Airport

Overview

Enrique Malek International Airport serves David, Panama, as a medium-sized airport situated at 89 feet mean sea level. Located at coordinates 8.391000, -82.434998, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region's transportation needs. Its single runway 04/22 spans 8,530 feet with an asphalt surface, supporting various aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at MPDA are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 86.7% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. The airport experiences consistent southwest winds averaging 5.4 knots, with maximum gusts up to 19 knots. Temperature remains stable, averaging 26.9°C with a range between 20°C and 34°C, ensuring predictable thermal conditions for pilots.

Notable Features

The airport's runway 04/22 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Crosswind components are minimal, averaging just 2.1 knots, which contributes to easier landing and takeoff experiences. Visibility consistently remains high, with an average of 10 statute miles and extremely rare instances of reduced visibility.

Approach Considerations

January, November, and December represent the most optimal VFR months for operations at Enrique Malek International Airport. Pilots can expect highly reliable visual conditions during these periods, with minimal chances of instrument meteorological conditions. The southwest prevailing winds suggest runway 22 might offer slightly more favorable approach conditions during typical wind patterns.

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.

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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.