Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias Airport

SPJR / CJA

Cajamarca, PE

Last Updated
May 14, 19:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
19:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
7 kt
70°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1026 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SPJR 141900Z 07007KT 020V120 9999 FEW025 SCT050 22/08 Q1026 RMK PP000

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 8,781 ft
FEW 2,500 ft AGL
SCT 5,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,281 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
13,781 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 5,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (70°) at 7 knots. Runway 16/34 is favored with a 0-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,500 ft, scattered at 5,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 8°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.

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. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 19:00Z and 22:00Z.

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
1026 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
733 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (8,781 ft)
Pressure Alt
8,399 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 11,346 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +24.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF SPJR 141711Z 1418/1518 05008KT 9999 SCT025 TX24/1419Z TN05/1511Z TEMPO 1419/1422 FEW025TCU BKN025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:27Z BASE
+0h
VFR 50° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PJR
16 ✈️
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 16
8,201 ft 148 ft ASP 157°
0.0 kt 7.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SPJR

6,435 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
87.9%
MVFR
11.2%
IFR
0.9%
LIFR
0%

Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 87.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 5.7 knots. Temperatures typically range between 0°C and 25°C with an average of 16.5°C. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 21.6% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are September, May, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 5.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 18 kt
Calm Winds: 8.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.5%
NE
8.3%
E
10.3%
SE
21.4%
S
32.5%
SW
5.3%
W
2.2%
NW
4.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.5°C
Range: 0°C to 25°C
0°C 25°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 21.6%

Best Months for VFR

September May December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt

Statistics computed from 6,435 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SPJR
IATA Code: CJA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 8,781 ft MSL

Location

City: Cajamarca
Country: PE
Latitude: -7.139180°
Longitude: -78.489403°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 8,201 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias Airport

Overview

Mayor General FAP Armando Revoredo Iglesias Airport serves Cajamarca, Peru, as a critical medium-sized regional airport at a high elevation of 8,781 feet MSL. Located at coordinates -7.139180, -78.489403, the airport supports regional aviation operations in the mountainous terrain of northern Peru.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 89.4% of observations reporting clear weather suitable for visual flight. Average temperatures range from 0°C to 25°C, with a mean of 16.7°C, and wind conditions typically from the south at an average of 6 knots. Pilots can expect excellent visibility, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal low visibility events.

Notable Features

The single runway 16/34 is 8,201 feet long with an asphalt surface, positioned to align with the prevailing southern wind pattern. The high elevation at 8,781 feet MSL requires careful performance calculations, particularly for aircraft operating near their service ceiling. Terrain surrounding the airport is mountainous, typical of the Cajamarca region.

Approach Considerations

Runway 16/34 demonstrates highly favorable wind conditions, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 2.8 knots. September, October, and December offer the most consistently favorable VFR conditions for arrivals and departures. Pilots should be prepared for potential wind variations and the effects of high-altitude operations.

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.