TJRV

VFR

JOSE APONTE DE LA TORRE

CEIBA · PUERTO RICO

Elev
38.5'
Longest RWY
11,000'07/25
Tower
24
Status
Towered
Now--Z· METAR01:53Z
Satellite top-down sketch of TJRV JOSE APONTE DE LA TORRE showing runway layout — runways 07/25
Runways rendered from FAA survey · not for navExpand →
Before you fly into TJRV
Conditions
VFR
Good for visual flying
Airport
Towered
24 local · CTAF after hrs
Pattern alt
1,038.5'
MSL · field 38.5' + 1,000 AGL
Favored RWY
RWY 25
H/W +4 · X/W 5 kt L

METAR & TAF TJRV

Current METAR

Observed 01:53Z

TJRV 270153Z 11006KT 10SM FEW030 26/21 A3001 RMK AO2A SLP164 T02560206 METAR KNBC 270056Z COR 7SM CLR 19/15 A3012 RMK AO2 SLP200 T01890150 $ METAR OEPS 270155Z 29012KT 9999 FEW120 BKN140 18/11 A2991 RMK AO2A SLPNO METAR KMMT 270155Z AUTO 18006KT 10SM CLR 22/14 A3004 RMK AO2 SLP174 T02220143 $
Wind
180° @ 6 kt
Visibility
10 SM
Temp / Dew
22°C / 14°C
Altimeter
30.04 inHg
Clouds
BKN
Density alt
739 ft
Ceiling
14,000 ft AGL
Rules
VFR

Airport info & contacts

Manager on record, flight service, ARTCC, attendance schedule and pattern altitude — published by the FAA and refreshed every 28 days.

Location

From city
1 NM S
VFR sectional
PUERTO RICO-VIRGIN ISLANDS
ARTCC
ZSU · SAN JUAN
NOTAM facility
SJU (NOTAM-D)

Airport manager

Name
SIGFREDO RIVERA MELENDEZ
Address
PO BOX 362829SAN JUAN PR 00936-2829

Flight service · Hours

FSS SJU
SAN JUAN1-800-WX-BRIEF
Attendance
  • 0600-1830

Frequencies

Tap any row to copy the frequency to your clipboard.

Advisory / CTAF
Tower / Local

Runways & pattern

Full page

Runway & wind

tap a runway
180° · 6 kt
RWY 25
222°M
Head/Tail
+4 kt
Crosswind
5 kt L

Pattern entry · RWY 25

LEFT TRAFFIC
CrosswindCrosswindDownwindDownwindBaseBaseFinalFinal45° entry45° entryRWY 25 · 222° · LEFT TRAFFICPattern 1,039 ft MSL
RunwayHeading (°M)LengthSurfaceTraffic
07/25Favored42° / 222°11,000 ftASPH-CONC07 R

Runway end performance

EndTORATODAASDALDAVGSIApproach lightsObstruction
07PAPI 4-box left(3°)
25PAPI 4-box left(3°)

Declared distances in feet. TORA = takeoff run available, TODA = takeoff distance, ASDA = accelerate-stop, LDA = landing distance.

Airport sketch

Runways drawn to scale from FAA survey coordinates, rendered over satellite imagery. Not for navigation.

Top-down satellite sketch of TJRV JOSE APONTE DE LA TORRE in CEIBA, PUERTO RICO, showing runways 07/25 drawn to scale over Esri World Imagery

Approaches & charts

ILS · 2

RWY 07
LG · CAT I
JRV
110.9
RWY 25
LD · CAT I
CEB
111.7
Chart Supplement
TJRV · CHART_SUPP
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Services on the field

Fuel grades, oxygen, maintenance, ramp storage and lighting — as declared to the FAA by the airport operator.

Fuel & services

Fuel
100LLA
Oxygen (bottled)
Not available
Oxygen (bulk)
Low pressure
Airframe repair
Major
Power plant repair
Major
Other services
CHTR

Ramp & ground

Transient storage
  • Tie-down
Landing fee
Yes
Lighting schedule
SS-SR
Beacon schedule
SS-SR
Beacon
White / Green (civil land)(WG)
Wind indicator
Lighted

Fuel & FBOs

Cheapest 100LL and Jet A on the field and nearby. Always confirm with the FBO before taxi.

Airport notes

Surface conditions, obstructions, local procedures, lighting outages and other notes published with each FAA cycle.

General notes

  • WEST END OF TWY A CLSD.
  • IGUANAS OCNLY ON RWY.
  • FOR CD CTC SAN JUAN CERAP AT 787-253-8664/8665.
  • CBP LRA 0800-1800 DAILY. CALL 787-863-O950 AT LEAST ONE HOUR IN ADV.

Other notes

  • NO FEE IF CLEARING CUSTOMS. LDG FEE WAIVED W/MIN FUEL PURCHASE.
  • SURPLUS PROPERTY ACT.
  • MANAGERARPT OPERATIONS.
  • MANAGEREXT 5201
  • OWNEREXT 5300

VFR map & nearby airports

VFR sectional. Tap any ICAO chip to open that airport.

Key facts · TJRV

Answer card
ICAO
TJRV
Name
JOSE APONTE DE LA TORRE
Location
CEIBA, PUERTO RICO
Elevation
38.5 ft MSL
Traffic pattern altitude
1,038.5 ft MSL (1,000 AGL)
Control tower
Towered · 24
Total runways
1
Longest runway
07/25 · 11,000 ft
Published ILS approaches
2
Published frequencies
3
Magnetic variation
12°
Current flight rules
VFR
Current wind
180° at 6 kt
Favored runway now
RWY 25

Jose Aponte de la Torre is in Ceiba, Puerto Rico. Field elevation is 38.5 ft MSL. The airport has one runway, 07/25, which is 11,000 ft long. There is no control tower. CTAF is 122.7. Two ILS approaches are published for runway ends 07 and 25.

Pattern altitude is not published. Use the standard 1,000 ft AGL for light piston aircraft unless the current Chart Supplement says otherwise. The field sits near the coast, so expect humid conditions. Pay attention to runway and taxiway traffic. Published remarks note iguanas can be on the runway. Taxiway A is closed at the west end. Check that before you move.

On the field, Arlet Aviation is listed. TFC Jet Services is listed and carries Jet A. Modern Aviation is listed and carries AVGAS 100LL, Jet A and Jet A Prist. For customs arrivals, landing rights authorization is daily from 0800 to 1800. Call 787-863-0950 at least one hour ahead. The remarks also say clearance delivery is handled through San Juan Center Approach at 787-253-8664 or 787-253-8665. If you need current noise, customs, or ground handling details, verify with the airport operator or the FBO directly by phone before departure.

Frequently asked questions

What is the runway length at TJRV and can larger aircraft use it?
TJRV has one runway, 07/25. It is 11,000 ft long. That gives plenty of pavement for a wide range of aircraft. Performance still depends on weight, weather and the current runway condition.
Is TJRV towered?
No. TJRV does not have a control tower. Use CTAF 122.7 and follow the current airport procedures from the Chart Supplement.
What ILS approaches are available at TJRV?
There are 2 ILS approaches published. They serve runway ends 07 and 25.
What is the pattern altitude at TJRV?
Pattern altitude is not published in the facts provided. For a light piston aircraft, use the standard 1,000 ft AGL unless the current Chart Supplement says otherwise.
Which FBOs are on the field at TJRV?
Arlet Aviation is on the field. TFC Jet Services is on the field and carries Jet A. Modern Aviation is on the field and carries AVGAS 100LL, Jet A and Jet A Prist.
Is customs available at TJRV?
Yes. Customs and Border Protection landing rights authorization is daily from 0800 to 1800. Call 787-863-0950 at least one hour in advance.
Are there any runway or taxiway issues at TJRV?
Published remarks say iguanas occasionally get on the runway. They also note the west end of taxiway A is closed, so verify taxi routing before taxiing out.
How do I get clearance delivery at TJRV?
The published remarks direct pilots to San Juan Center Approach for clearance delivery. Use 787-253-8664 or 787-253-8665.

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