Governor José Richa Airport

SBLO / LDB

Londrina, BR

Last Updated
May 14, 23:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 54 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
2 kt
310°
6 km
Visibility
9,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBLO 142300Z 31002KT 6000 -RA SCT030 BKN090 20/15 Q1019

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,867 ft
SCT 3,000 ft AGL
BKN 9,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,867 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,867 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Governor José Richa Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 9,000 feet and 6 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 6 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 9000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain. There is a 40% probability of LIFR conditions with Showers Rain between 04:00Z and 06:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SBLO 141630Z 1418/1506 05002KT CAVOK TX25/1418Z TN18/1505Z BECMG 1418/1419 30003KT FEW040 BECMG 1421/1423 23002KT BECMG 1502/1504 19005KT OVC032 PROB40 1504/1506 3000 SHRA BKN006 OVC032 FEW045TCU RMK PHH
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:54Z BASE
+0h
VFR 50° 2 kt
Visibility: >10km
02:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 190° 5 kt
Ceiling: 3,200 ft
04:00Z PROB40
+5h
LIFR
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 600 ft
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BLO
13
31 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
6,890 ft 148 ft ASP 112°
2.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SBLO

5,967 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
80.8%
MVFR
8.8%
IFR
5.2%
LIFR
5.2%

Governor José Richa Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 52 knots. Temperatures typically range between 7°C and 37°C with an average of 23.7°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, May, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 52 kt
Calm Winds: 1.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.3%
NE
10.6%
E
27.2%
SE
23%
S
12.3%
SW
8.4%
W
6.9%
NW
4%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.7°C
Range: 7°C to 37°C
7°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.4%

Best Months for VFR

September May November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 5,967 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Governor José Richa Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBLO
IATA Code: LDB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,867 ft MSL

Location

City: Londrina
Country: BR
Latitude: -23.334375°
Longitude: -51.128365°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 6,890 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Governor José Richa Airport

Overview

Governor José Richa Airport serves Londrina, Brazil, as a medium-sized regional airport situated at 1867 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates -23.334375, -51.128365, the airport supports both commercial and general aviation operations in the Paraná state region.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological data indicates predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 81.3% of observations supporting clear flying. Temperatures range from 12°C to 37°C, averaging 23.7°C, with September through November offering the most consistent VFR weather. Wind patterns are predominantly easterly at an average of 6.4 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 52 knots.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (13/31) measuring 6,890 feet with an asphalted surface. Wind data shows a 100% favorable wind alignment for runway operations, with an average crosswind component of only 3.5 knots. Visibility consistently remains high, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of restricted visibility.

Approach Considerations

Runway 13/31 offers reliable wind conditions, making it suitable for most aircraft operations. Pilots should anticipate easterly winds and prepare for potential variability, though calm conditions are rare (only 0.6% of observations). The airport's elevation and consistent weather patterns generally support predictable approach and departure procedures.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.