Buenos Aires Airport

MRBA / BAI

Punta Arenas, CR

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Buenos Aires Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MRBA
IATA Code: BAI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,214 ft MSL

Location

City: Punta Arenas
Country: CR
Latitude: 9.163949°
Longitude: -83.330171°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 3,248 ft
Width: 33 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

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About Buenos Aires Airport

Overview

Buenos Aires Airport (MRBA) is a medium airport located in Punta Arenas, Costa Rica, serving regional aviation needs. Positioned at coordinates 9.163949, -83.330171, the airport sits at an elevation of 1214 feet above mean sea level, providing strategic access to the surrounding region.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation of 1214 ft MSL suggests a moderate terrain environment that may influence local weather patterns and aircraft performance. Pilots should anticipate potential temperature and density altitude variations that could impact aircraft operations, particularly during seasonal transitions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (01/19) measuring 3248 feet in length, constructed with concrete (CON) surface. Its orientation suggests potential wind considerations during takeoff and landing, with the runway aligned in a north-south direction.

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19's concrete surface provides a stable foundation for aircraft operations, with a length of 3248 feet suitable for medium-sized aircraft. Pilots should carefully assess wind conditions and runway alignment when planning approaches, considering the runway's north-south orientation and surrounding terrain characteristics.

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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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.