Monclova International Airport (MMMV)
Medium airport · Monclova, Coahuila, Mexico
Airport data
| Name | Monclova International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | MMMV |
| IATA | LOV |
| Elevation | 1,864 ft (568 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 26°57'21" W 101°28'12" 26.95570, -101.47000 |
| Location | Monclova, Coahuila, Mexico |
| Scheduled service | No |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06L/24R | 4,783 ft (1458 m) | 66 ft | ASP | No |
| 06R/24L | 6,890 ft (2100 m) | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
Monclova International Airport at a glance
Monclova International Airport is a medium airport in Monclova, Coahuila, Mexico, known to airline systems as LOV. The field elevation of 1,864 ft (568 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at MMMV are all figured from it. There is no scheduled airline service listed here — typical traffic is general aviation, training and local operations.
Of its 2 runways, the longest — 06R/24L — offers 6,890 ft (2100 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 06R points roughly 60° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for MMMV shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Monclova International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Plan de Guadalupe International Airport | MMIO | 167 km (90 NM) |
| Del Norte International Airport | MMAN | 173 km (93 NM) |
| Monterrey International Airport | MMMY | 189 km (102 NM) |
| Quetzalcóatl International Airport | MMNL | 196 km (106 NM) |
| Piedras Negras International Airport | MMPG | 207 km (112 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Monclova International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 1,864 ft field elevation of Monclova International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 71 airports and airfields we list for Mexico — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Monclova International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Monclova International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Monclova International Airport is MMMV, and its IATA code is LOV. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Monclova International Airport above sea level?
Monclova International Airport sits at an elevation of 1,864 feet (568 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Monclova International Airport located?
The airport lies at 26.9557, -101.4700 — in Monclova, Coahuila, Mexico, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Plan de Guadalupe International Airport, about 167 km away.
Does MMMV publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for MMMV appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Monclova International Airport?
Monclova International Airport has 2 runways. The longest, 06R/24L, measures 6,890 ft (2100 m) with a ASP surface.