Bogotá El Dorado's long 12,467-foot runway accommodates the Gulfstream G650; the binding factor is density altitude at 8,361 feet, so plan on payload or fuel trims on warm days, but it operates routinely. Final landing performance is calculated by the operating crew for the specific date, weather, and load.
Bogotá El Dorado at a Glance
| Bogotá El Dorado (SKBO/BOG) | Detail |
|---|---|
| Runway length | 12,467 ft |
| Field elevation | 8,361 ft |
| Key limit | 12,467 ft runway · 8,361 ft elevation |
How the Gulfstream G650 Measures Up
| Gulfstream G650 | Spec |
|---|---|
| Class | ultra-long-range jet |
| Wingspan | ~99.6 ft |
| Max takeoff weight | 99,600 lb (~45 t) |
In short, the Gulfstream G650 fits Bogotá El Dorado's requirements. As always, the operating crew calculates final performance for the specific date, weather, and load.
Comparing options? See the Aircraft Capability hub, the Bogotá El Dorado airport guide, or the Gulfstream G650 specifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Bogotá El Dorado's long 12,467-foot runway accommodates the Gulfstream G650; the binding factor is density altitude at 8,361 feet, so plan on payload or fuel trims on warm days, but it operates routinely. Final landing performance is calculated by the operating crew for the specific date, weather, and load.
El Dorado International Airport (SKBO/BOG): 12,467 ft runway · 8,361 ft elevation. Final dispatch performance is always calculated by the operating crew for the specific flight.
At 8,361 feet the thin air reduces performance, so jets carry reduced fuel or payload, especially on warm days. Its 12,467-foot runway is otherwise long enough for the aircraft covered here.
Bogotá El Dorado suits aircraft that meet its high-altitude performance requirements — see The Jet Finder's Aircraft Capability hub for specific aircraft.
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