Rota International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 26m 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 Rota International Airport
Rota International Airport, also known as Benjamin Taisacan Manglona International Airport, is a public airport located on Rota Island in the United States Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI), near the village of Sinapalo. The airport is owned by the Commonwealth Ports Authority. During WWII the Japanese constructed a single runway which the U.S. bombed out of commission. After the Marines took control of the island, 300 men from the 48th U.S. Naval Construction Battalion made the airfield operational during September–October 1945 and extended the runway to 5,000 feet (1,500 m). The runway was then used as an emergency landing strip for Tinian and Saipan airfields. In modern times it is used for short commuter flights to the nearby Mariana Islands.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
PGRONOTAMs
PGROReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 6,000 ft / 1,829 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | GUAM CNTR | 118.700 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 123.600 MHz |
| RDO | RDO | 123.600 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 6 of 6 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: E (from about 90°), on 47% of observations, averaging 11 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 64% | 2,188 ft | |
| Feb | 67% | 2,155 ft | |
| Mar | 64% | 2,225 ft | |
| Apr | 63% | 2,294 ft | |
| May | 63% | 2,368 ft | |
| Jun | 67% | 2,368 ft | |
| Jul | 69% | 2,405 ft | |
| Aug | 72% | 2,381 ft | |
| Sep | 71% | 2,381 ft | |
| Oct | 68% | 2,381 ft | |
| Nov | 69% | 2,363 ft | |
| Dec | 64% | 2,291 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~2,155–2,405 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Rota International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Rota International Airport?
The ICAO code for Rota International Airport is PGRO, and its IATA code is ROP.
Where is Rota International Airport located?
Rota International Airport is large airport located in Rota Island, Northern Mariana Islands, at an elevation of 607 ft (185 m).
How many runways does Rota International Airport have?
Rota International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 6,000 ft / 1,829 m.
Which airlines fly to Rota International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Rota International Airport include United Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Rota International Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Rota International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Rota International Airport in?
Rota International Airport is in the Pacific/Guam time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Rota International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Rota International Airport is approximately 0.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Rota International Airport?
The nearest airport to Rota International Airport is Andersen Air Force Base (UAM), about 39.8 nm to the ssw, followed by Northwest Field and Antonio B. Won Pat International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Rota International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.