Capitán Aníbal Arab Airport

SLCO / CIJ

Cobija, BO

Last Updated
Mar 4, 19:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 46 min ago
19:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
32°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
6 kt
250°
10+ km
Visibility
8,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SLCO 041900Z 25006KT 9999 SCT025 SCT027CB BKN080 BKN200 32/25 Q1005

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 889 ft
SCT 2,500 ft AGL
SCT 2,700 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 8,000 ft AGL
BKN 20,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,389 ft AMSL
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,589 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,889 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
20,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
20,889 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SLCO 041600Z 0418/0518 35010KT 9999 SCT017 FEW020CB TX32/0419Z TN23/0510Z TEMPO 0419/0421 5000 TSRA BKN017 FEW020CB BECMG 0423/0502 00000KT BKN013 FW017CB OVC070 TEMPO 0507/0511 5000 TSRA BECMG 0512/0514 35010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:46Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 350° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
23:00Z BECMG
+4h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,300 ft
07:00Z TEMPO
+12h
MVFR
Visibility: 5 km
Thunderstorm Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LCO
02
20 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 20
6,562 ft 98 ft ASP 11°
3.9 kt 4.6 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SLCO

2,386 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
69.2%
MVFR
21.5%
IFR
5%
LIFR
4.3%

Capitán Aníbal Arab Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 69.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 16.1% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 18°C and 36°C with an average of 27.6°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 18 kt
Calm Winds: 16.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
25.3%
NE
5.5%
E
2.7%
SE
4.9%
S
7.7%
SW
4.5%
W
9.9%
NW
23.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.6°C
Range: 18°C to 36°C
18°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.5%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt

Statistics computed from 2,386 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Capitán Aníbal Arab Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SLCO
IATA Code: CIJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 889 ft MSL

Location

City: Cobija
Country: BO
Latitude: -11.040400°
Longitude: -68.782997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 6,562 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Capitán Aníbal Arab Airport

Overview

Capitán Aníbal Arab Airport serves Cobija, Bolivia, as a medium-sized airport located at 889 feet above mean sea level. Situated at coordinates -11.040400, -68.782997, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the region, supporting various flight operations in northwestern Bolivia.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 71.2% of observations supporting clear weather operations. The airport experiences a consistent northwest wind pattern averaging 6.3 knots, with temperatures ranging from 18°C to 36°C and an average of 27.7°C. September through November offer the most stable and favorable flying conditions.

Notable Features

The single runway 02/20 is 6,562 feet long with an asphalt surface, accommodating medium-sized aircraft. Wind conditions are highly favorable, with 100% runway alignment potential and an average crosswind of only 4 knots. Calm wind conditions occur 15.3% of the time, providing predictable flight environments.

Approach Considerations

Approach planning should consider the consistent northwest wind direction and minimal meteorological restrictions. With virtually no fog (0.5% occurrence) and excellent average visibility of 10 statute miles, instrument approaches are typically straightforward. Pilots should anticipate VFR conditions and be prepared for mild wind variations during arrival and departure.

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.