Aerotortuguero Airport

MRAO

Roxana, CR

Last Updated
Apr 23, 00:00Z

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Currently using: MRPV
Weather Source: Tobías Bolaños International Airport (MRPV)
Distance: 42nm / 78km from MRAO

Current Weather

Display Units
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🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
5 kt
100°
10+ km
Visibility
20,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MRPV 230000Z 10005KT 9999 SCT040 BKN200 22/17 A3002 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 92 ft
SCT 4,000 ft AGL
BKN 20,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,092 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
20,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
20,092 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Aerotortuguero Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 20,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1.4 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (100°) at 5 knots. Runway 02/20 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 20000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 17°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 20:00Z and 00:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1014 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (92 ft)
Pressure Alt
-21 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 841 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MRPV 222343Z 2300/2324 07010KT 9999 FEW030 TX29/2319Z TN18/2311Z BECMG 2316/2319 28007KT TEMPO 2320/2324 5000 TSRA SCT020CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:25Z BASE
+0h
VFR 70° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RAO
02 ✈️
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 02
3,118 ft 39 ft ASP 19°
0.9 kt 4.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Aerotortuguero Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MRAO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 92 ft MSL

Location

City: Roxana
Country: CR
Latitude: 10.420000°
Longitude: -83.609500°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 3,118 ft
Width: 39 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Aerotortuguero Airport

Overview

Aerotortuguero Airport serves the Roxana region in Costa Rica, providing critical aviation access to the northeastern coastal area. Located at 10.420000, -83.609500, this medium-sized airport supports regional transportation needs in a critically important ecological zone near Tortuguero National Park.

Flying Conditions

The airport sits at an elevation of 92 feet above mean sea level, which suggests a relatively low-altitude tropical environment typical of Costa Rica's Caribbean coastal region. Pilots should anticipate potential humidity and variable wind conditions characteristic of coastal tropical zones.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (02/20) constructed with asphalt surfacing, measuring 3,118 feet in length. Its geographic positioning near the Caribbean coastline indicates potential terrain considerations including potential marine layer formations and localized weather variations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 02/20's orientation suggests potential crosswind scenarios depending on prevailing wind conditions. With a moderate runway length of 3,118 feet, aircraft performance planning should account for the airport's specific elevation and potential environmental factors affecting takeoff and landing dynamics.

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

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.