Poptún Airport

MGPP / PON

Poptún, GT

Last Updated
Apr 22, 17:00Z

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Currently using: MGPB
Weather Source: Puerto Barrios Airport (MGPB)
Distance: 60nm / 111km from MGPP

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 52 min ago
17:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
8 kt
350°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MGPB 221700Z 35008KT 9999 SCT020 30/24 Q1014 A2994 RMK FEW090

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,801 ft
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
FEW 9,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,801 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,801 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Poptún Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (350°) at 8 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,000 ft, few at 9,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 30°C (86°F) with a dewpoint of 24°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. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions between 21:00Z and 00:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 06:00Z and 12:00Z.

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
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
954 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,801 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,779 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,011 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +18.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF MGPB 221100Z 2212/2312 00000KT 9999 FEW016 TX31/2220Z TN22/2212Z BECMG 2214/2216 06006KT FEW018 BECMG 2218/2220 SCT020 PROB40 2221/2300 VCSH FEW020CB BECMG 2300/2302 00000KT SCT016 TEMPO 2306/2312 FEW016
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:51Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: 10+ km
18:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR
21:00Z PROB40
+4h
MVFR
00:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GPP
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
8,000 ft 0 ft Dirt/Gravel
1.4 kt 7.9 kt
100° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Poptún Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MGPP
IATA Code: PON
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,801 ft MSL

Location

City: Poptún
Country: GT
Latitude: 16.325800°
Longitude: -89.416100°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 8,000 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: Dirt/Gravel
ILS: No

About Poptún Airport

Poptún Airport (MGPP/PON) is located in Poptún, GT at an elevation of 1,801 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (09/27), with the longest at 8,000 feet.

Airport Overview

Poptún Airport serves Poptún in GT. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (09/27) with dirt/gravel surface. The longest runway measures 8,000 feet, suitable for large aircraft operations.

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 MGPP, 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.