Tabatinga Airport

SBTT / TBT

Tabatinga, BR

Last Updated
Jul 3, 23:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 43 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
2 kt
170°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBTT 032300Z 17002KT CAVOK 27/24 Q1011

Weather Briefing

VFR

Tabatinga Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (170°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 24°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. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 08:00Z and 12:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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 031606Z 0318/0418 20007KT 8000 SCT020 FEW030TCU TX31/0318Z TN23/0411Z TEMPO 0408/0412 4000 SHRA BKN013 FEW030TCU RMK PHQ
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:42Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 200° 7 kt
Visibility: 8 km
08:00Z TEMPO
+9h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 1,300 ft
Showers Rain

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
1.3 kt 1.5 kt
130° 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.