Tabatinga Airport

SBTT / TBT

Tabatinga, BR

Last Updated
Jul 4, 22:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
6 kt
220°
7 km
Visibility
4,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBTT 042200Z 22006KT 7000 FEW020 BKN040 25/22 Q1014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 263 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
BKN 4,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,263 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,263 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Tabatinga Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,000 feet and 7 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 6 knots. Runway 30 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 7 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 4000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 25°C (77°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 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: Mist. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 10:00Z and 12:00Z.

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 narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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 SBTT 041620Z 0418/0518 17005KT 8000 SCT020 TN23/0508Z TX31/0518Z BECMG 0508/0510 20005KT TEMPO 0510/0512 3500 BR SCT007 BKN016 BECMG 0512/0514 17005KT RMK PGW
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:31Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 170° 5 kt
Visibility: 8 km
08:00Z BECMG
+10h
VFR 200° 5 kt
10:00Z TEMPO
+12h
IFR
Visibility: 3.5 km
Ceiling: 1,600 ft
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BTT
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
7,054 ft 98 ft ASP
1.0 kt 5.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SBTT

3,976 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
64.9%
MVFR
21.9%
IFR
9.7%
LIFR
3.4%

Tabatinga Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 64.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 4.4 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 26.6°C (range: 20°C to 34°C). The best months for VFR flying are September, July, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 4.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 2.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
11.2%
N
13.3%
S
15.2%
W
10.7%
NE
5.2%
NW
13%
SE
16.6%
SW
12.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.6°C
Range: 20°C to 34°C
20°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.6%

Best Months for VFR

September July October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt

Statistics computed from 3,976 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tabatinga Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBTT
IATA Code: TBT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 263 ft MSL

Location

City: Tabatinga
Country: BR
Latitude: -4.255670°
Longitude: -69.935799°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 7,054 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Tabatinga Airport

Overview

Tabatinga Airport serves the tri-border region of Brazil, Colombia, and Peru, located in the western Amazon region. Situated at an elevation of 263 ft MSL, this medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure in a remote and geographically complex area. The airport supports regional connectivity and serves as an important gateway for both civilian and potentially official cross-border operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Tabatinga Airport are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with 70.5% of observations reporting VFR conditions. The prevailing southeastern winds at 135° average 4.5 knots, with occasional gusts up to 27 knots. Temperature remains consistently warm, averaging 26.8°C with a range between 21°C and 34°C, creating stable atmospheric conditions for most of the year.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 12/30 extends 7,054 feet with an asphalt surface, oriented to optimize alignment with prevailing winds. Its geographical location in the Amazon basin means pilots should anticipate potential localized weather developments typical of tropical environments. The airport experiences minimal meteorological disruptions, with fog present in only 0.4% of observations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 12/30 demonstrates exceptional wind compatibility, with favorable wind conditions 100% of the time. Crosswind components average a modest 2.6 knots, offering comfortable approach and landing scenarios. September through November represent the optimal months for VFR flying, providing the most consistently clear and stable atmospheric conditions.

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.