El Lencero Airport

MMJA / JAL

Emiliano Zapata, MX

Last Updated
Apr 23, 02:43Z

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Weather Source: General Heriberto Jara International Airport (MMVR)
Distance: 40nm / 74km from MMJA

Current Weather

Display Units
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02:43Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
0 kt
6 SM
Visibility
20,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMVR 230243Z 00000KT 6SM SCT080 BKN200 27/23 A2991 RMK SLP094 52014 989 8/038 HZY

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,127 ft
SCT 8,000 ft AGL
BKN 20,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,127 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
20,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
23,127 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

El Lencero Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 20,000 feet and 6 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.3 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 6 SM. The ceiling is 20000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 23°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
909 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,127 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,135 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 5,325 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +18.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MMVR 221659Z 2218/2318 06008KT P6SM SCT015 SCT250 TX32/2219Z TN24/2312Z FM230300 04005KT P6SM SCT015 FM231600 08008KT P6SM SCT015
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:58Z BASE
+0h
VFR 60° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MJA
08
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
08/26 5,577 ft 82 ft ASP 86°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
86° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

El Lencero Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMJA
IATA Code: JAL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,127 ft MSL

Location

City: Emiliano Zapata
Country: MX
Latitude: 19.475107°
Longitude: -96.797008°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 5,577 ft
Width: 82 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About El Lencero Airport

Overview

El Lencero Airport serves the region near Emiliano Zapata in Mexico, functioning as a medium-sized airport at an elevation of 3,127 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 19.475107, -96.797008, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for central Mexican transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation of 3,127 feet MSL indicates a moderate altitude environment that pilots must consider for aircraft performance calculations. Given its location in Mexico, the airport likely experiences varied seasonal weather conditions that can impact runway and approach dynamics.

Notable Features

El Lencero Airport features a single runway (08/26) measuring 5,577 feet long with an asphalt surface. The runway's orientation suggests potential crosswind considerations during approach and landing, which pilots should evaluate based on current meteorological conditions.

Approach Considerations

Pilots approaching El Lencero Airport should prepare for operations on the 08/26 runway, which provides 5,577 feet of asphalt surface. Standard approach procedures should account for the airport's 3,127-foot elevation and potential regional wind variations that could affect landing performance.

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.