Puerto Jimenez Airport

MRPJ / PJM

Puerto Jimenez, CR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 21:00Z

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

Current Weather

Display Units
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21:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
5 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
8,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MPDA 222100Z 30005KT 9999 TSVCSH SCT010CB BKN080 26/22 Q1008 RERA BECMG AT 2200 NSW

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 7 ft
SCT 1,000 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 8,000 ft AGL
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,007 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,007 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Puerto Jimenez Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 8,000 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 west-northwest (300°) at 5 knots. Runway 34 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 8000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 1,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 02:00Z and 06:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

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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Raw TAF
TAF MPDA 221700Z 2218/2306 21009KT 9999 SCT018 TEMPO 2302/2306 00000KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:23Z BASE
+0h
VFR 210° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
02:00Z TEMPO
+4h
VFR

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RPJ
16 ✈️
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 16
2,707 ft 0 ft UNK
3.8 kt 3.2 kt
140° angle
🟢 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

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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.