Presidente João Suassuna Airport

SBKG / CPV

Campina Grande, BR

Last Updated
May 14, 14:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 38 min ago
14:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
8 kt
120°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBKG 141400Z 12008KT 9999 SCT025 26/21 Q1017

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,646 ft
SCT 2,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,146 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Presidente João Suassuna Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (120°) at 8 knots. Runway 15/33 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 21°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: Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Rain between 17:00Z and 23:00Z.

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 SBKG 140825Z 1412/1424 12007KT 9999 SCT015 TX27/1417Z TN23/1424Z TEMPO 1417/1423 18005KT 3500 RA BKN007 RMK PHI
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:37Z BASE
+0h
VFR 120° 7 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
17:00Z TEMPO
+3h
IFR 180° 5 kt
Visibility: 3.5 km
Ceiling: 700 ft
Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BKG
15
33 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 33
5,135 ft 138 ft ASP
6.9 kt 4.0 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 - SBKG

5,507 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
62.9%
MVFR
29.1%
IFR
7.7%
LIFR
0.3%

Presidente João Suassuna Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 62.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 9 knots. Temperatures typically range between 18°C and 34°C with an average of 24.6°C. The best months for VFR flying are November, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 1.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
66.2%
N
0.4%
S
3.3%
W
0.4%
NE
6.3%
NW
0.1%
SE
19.8%
SW
2.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 24.6°C
Range: 18°C to 34°C
18°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.3%

Best Months for VFR

November September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.6 kt

Statistics computed from 5,507 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Presidente João Suassuna Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBKG
IATA Code: CPV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,646 ft MSL

Location

City: Campina Grande
Country: BR
Latitude: -7.269662°
Longitude: -35.896057°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+2

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 5,135 ft
Width: 138 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Presidente João Suassuna Airport

Overview

Presidente João Suassuna Airport serves Campina Grande, Brazil, as a medium-sized regional airport situated at an elevation of 1,646 feet MSL. Located at coordinates -7.269662, -35.896057, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the Paraíba state region. Its single runway 15/33 extends 5,135 feet and is asphalted, supporting various general aviation and regional operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at SBKG are predominantly visual flight rules (VFR), with 66.1% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. Prevailing winds from the east (90 degrees) average 10.3 knots, with occasional peaks up to 20 knots. Temperature ranges between 18°C and 33°C, averaging 24.7°C, which generally provides stable atmospheric conditions for most flight operations.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical position in northeastern Brazil presents a relatively stable meteorological environment with minimal meteorological disruptions. Statistical data indicates extremely low occurrences of challenging weather, with fog present in only 0.3% of observations and visibility consistently averaging 10 statute miles. Runway 15/33 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect optimal VFR conditions during September, October, and November, which represent the most consistent flying months. Runway 15/33 experiences an average crosswind of 7.6 knots, which is generally manageable for most aircraft categories. The airport's elevation and wind characteristics suggest relatively straightforward approach and departure procedures with minimal complex meteorological interventions.

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.