Tambor Airport

MRTR / TMU

Nicoya, CR

Last Updated
May 15, 10:00Z

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Currently using: MROC
Weather Source: Juan Santamaría International Airport (MROC)
Distance: 50nm / 93km from MRTR

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 23 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
11 kt
110°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MROC 151000Z 11011KT 9999 FEW045 SCT200 23/18 A2997 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 33 ft
FEW 4,500 ft AGL
SCT 20,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,533 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
20,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
20,033 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Tambor Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 20,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (110°) at 11 knots. Runway 12/30 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,500 ft, scattered at 20,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 18°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 06:00Z and 12:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 20:00Z and 23:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1014 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (33 ft)
Pressure Alt
-20 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 948 ft
ISA Deviation: +8.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF MROC 150504Z 1506/1606 10012KT 9999 FEW040 TX30/1518Z TN22/1510Z TEMPO 1506/1512 09015G25KT TEMPO 1520/1523 25008KT SHRA SCT020TCU
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:23Z BASE
+0h
VFR 100° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
20:00Z TEMPO
+10h
MVFR 250° 8 kt
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RTR
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
2,723 ft 0 ft ASP
10.8 kt 1.9 kt
170° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Tambor Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MRTR
IATA Code: TMU
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 33 ft MSL

Location

City: Nicoya
Country: CR
Latitude: 9.739307°
Longitude: -85.016199°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 2,723 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Tambor Airport

Tambor Airport (MRTR/TMU) is located in Nicoya, CR at an elevation of 33 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (12/30), with the longest at 2,723 feet.

Airport Overview

Tambor Airport serves Nicoya in CR. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (12/30) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 2,723 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from MRTR, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.