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Weather Briefing
VFRCaptain Ernesto Esguerra Cubides Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 8,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the east-northeast (70°) at 7 knots. Runway 07/25 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 8,000 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 34°C (93°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C, indicating relatively dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
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6,220 ft | 79 ft | CON | 64° |
↑ 7.0 kt
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↔ 0.0 kt
0° angle
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About Captain Ernesto Esguerra Cubides Air Base
Captain Ernesto Esguerra Cubides Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the CO AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.
Overview
Captain Ernesto Esguerra Cubides Air Base is located in Tres Esquinas, Colombia, serving as a medium-sized airport with strategic importance in the region. Situated at coordinates 0.745900, -75.234000, the airbase operates at an elevation of 585 feet above mean sea level, providing critical aviation infrastructure for the local area.
Flying Conditions
The airport's elevation of 585 ft MSL suggests a moderate terrain environment with typical tropical Colombian climate characteristics. Pilots should anticipate potential variations in temperature and humidity that can affect aircraft performance, particularly during approach and takeoff on the 6,220-foot concrete runway.
Notable Features
The single runway (07/25) offers a substantial 6,220-foot length, accommodating a range of aircraft types and operational requirements. Its orientation suggests potential crosswind considerations, with the 07/25 heading providing specific wind interaction dynamics that pilots must evaluate during landing and takeoff procedures.
Approach Considerations
Approach planning should focus on the runway's concrete surface and its full 6,220-foot length, which provides ample space for most medium-sized aircraft operations. Pilots should carefully assess wind direction relative to the 07/25 runway heading, preparing for potential crosswind corrections during approach and landing sequences.
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