Brigadeiro Lysias Rodrigues Airport

SBPJ / PMW

Palmas, BR

Last Updated
May 14, 18:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
18:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
32°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
2 kt
350°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBPJ 141800Z 35002KT 9999 FEW027 SCT050 32/22 Q1013

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 774 ft
FEW 2,700 ft AGL
SCT 5,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,474 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,774 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Brigadeiro Lysias Rodrigues Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 5,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (350°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,700 ft, scattered at 5,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 32°C (90°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 14:00Z and 18:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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 SBPJ 141623Z 1418/1518 27005KT 9999 FEW030 TN24/1509Z TX33/1516Z BECMG 1418/1420 24007KT BECMG 1421/1424 13005KT BECMG 1512/1514 23005KT TEMPO 1514/1518 27007KT 7000 BKN023 FEW033TCU RMK PHC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:33Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
21:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 130° 5 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BPJ
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
8,202 ft 148 ft ASP
1.7 kt 1.0 kt
150° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SBPJ

5,761 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
91.5%
MVFR
6.4%
IFR
1.5%
LIFR
0.7%

Brigadeiro Lysias Rodrigues Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 91.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 4.7 knots. Temperatures typically range between 21°C and 40°C with an average of 27.5°C. The best months for VFR flying are May, September, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 4.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 3.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.8%
NE
5.6%
E
20%
SE
20.9%
S
10.9%
SW
9.4%
W
9.4%
NW
8%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.5°C
Range: 21°C to 40°C
21°C 40°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

May September April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 5,761 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Brigadeiro Lysias Rodrigues Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBPJ
IATA Code: PMW
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 774 ft MSL

Location

City: Palmas
Country: BR
Latitude: -10.291500°
Longitude: -48.356998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Brigadeiro Lysias Rodrigues Airport

Overview

Brigadeiro Lysias Rodrigues Airport serves Palmas, Brazil, situated at 774 ft elevation with coordinates -10.291500, -48.356998. The medium-sized airport features a single 8,202 ft asphalt runway (14/32), supporting regional and commercial aviation operations in the Tocantins state capital.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at SBPJ are predominantly VFR, with 91.8% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Prevailing winds from the east (90°) average 4.8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 20 knots. Temperature ranges from 21°C to 40°C, with an average of 28°C, providing generally stable flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's runway 14/32 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Crosswinds average only 2.8 knots, minimizing challenging lateral landing and takeoff conditions. Visibility consistently remains high, with an average of 10 statute miles and no reported fog incidents.

Approach Considerations

September, November, and January represent the best VFR months for operations at SBPJ. Pilots can expect minimal meteorological restrictions, with only 1.6% of observations reporting IFR conditions and a rare 0.8% LIFR. The consistent east winds and extensive runway length provide reliable approach and departure options.

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

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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.