Potrero Grande Airfield
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 12h 36m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Potrero Grande Airfield
Potrero Grande Airfield is a small airport in Potrero Grande, Costa Rica. It sits at an elevation of 546 ft (166 m). It observes America/Costa Rica local time. The nearest airport is Buenos Aires Airport (BAI), about 12.7 nm to the nw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTA SECTOR W | Class C | CTA | 8500 ft MSL | 19000 ft MSL |
| CTA SECTOR E | Class C | CTA | 11500 ft MSL | 19000 ft MSL |
| CTA SECTOR W | Class G | CTA | 3000 ft MSL | 8500 ft MSL |
| CTA SECTOR E | Class G | CTA | 3000 ft MSL | 11500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Costa Rica airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Potrero Grande Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Potrero Grande Airfield located?
Potrero Grande Airfield is small airport located in Potrero Grande, Costa Rica, at an elevation of 546 ft (166 m).
What time zone is Potrero Grande Airfield in?
Potrero Grande Airfield is in the America/Costa Rica time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Potrero Grande Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Potrero Grande Airfield is approximately 3.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Potrero Grande Airfield?
The nearest airport to Potrero Grande Airfield is Buenos Aires Airport (BAI), about 12.7 nm to the nw, followed by Salama Airport and Dieciocho Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Potrero Grande Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.