Puerto Jimenez Airport

MRPJ / PJM

Puerto Jimenez, CR

Last Updated
Mar 7, 03:00Z

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Weather Source: Enrique Malek International Airport (MPDA)
Distance: 52nm / 96km from MRPJ

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 4 hours ago
03:00Z

☀️ 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 070300Z VRB02KT 9999 FEW020 26/22 Q1008 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 7 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,007 ft AMSL
QNH
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1008 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (7 ft)
Pressure Alt
165 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,487 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MPDA 062300Z 0700/0712 21006KT 9999 FEW018 SCT090
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:14Z BASE
+0h
VFR 210° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RPJ
16
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
16/34 2,707 ft 0 ft UNK No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Puerto Jimenez Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MRPJ
IATA Code: PJM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 7 ft MSL

Location

City: Puerto Jimenez
Country: CR
Latitude: 8.533330°
Longitude: -83.300003°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 2,707 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No

About Puerto Jimenez Airport

Overview

Puerto Jimenez Airport serves the Osa Peninsula region of Costa Rica, located in a coastal area known for its biodiversity and proximity to Corcovado National Park. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 7 feet mean sea level, it provides essential air access to this remote and ecologically significant part of southwestern Costa Rica.

Flying Conditions

The airport's low elevation and coastal location suggest potential for variable maritime weather conditions, with likely influence from Pacific Ocean air masses. Pilots should anticipate potential humidity, thermal variations, and potential marine layer development given the airport's proximity to coastal environments.

Notable Features

Situated at coordinates 8.533330, -83.300003, Puerto Jimenez Airport features a single runway (16/34) approximately 2,707 feet in length. The surrounding terrain of the Osa Peninsula likely presents complex local topography, with mountainous regions and dense tropical vegetation potentially influencing wind patterns and approach dynamics.

Approach Considerations

The runway's orientation of 16/34 suggests potential crosswind scenarios depending on prevailing maritime wind patterns. Pilots should conduct thorough preflight planning, considering the relatively short runway length and potential local terrain effects when preparing for arrival or departure at this medium-sized airport.

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.