Portimão Airport

LPPM / PRM

Portimão, PT

Last Updated
Apr 22, 09:30Z

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Currently using: LPFR
Weather Source: Faro Airport (LPFR)
Distance: 31nm / 57km from LPPM

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
09:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
6 kt
220°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LPFR 220930Z 22006KT 9999 FEW015 19/09 Q1014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 5 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,505 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Portimão Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 6 knots. Runway 29 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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 LPFR 220500Z 2206/2306 31005KT 9999 FEW015 BKN040 BECMG 2209/2211 24010KT CAVOK BECMG 2221/2223 31007KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:02Z BASE
+0h
VFR 310° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
21:00Z BECMG
+11h
VFR 310° 7 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PPM
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
2,822 ft 89 ft ASP 107°
2.1 kt 5.6 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Portimão Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LPPM
IATA Code: PRM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5 ft MSL

Location

City: Portimão
Country: PT
Latitude: 37.149300°
Longitude: -8.583960°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 2,822 ft
Width: 89 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Portimão Airport

Overview

Portimão Airport serves the Algarve region in southern Portugal, situated near the coastal city of Portimão. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 5 ft MSL, it provides aviation services to the western Algarve area. The airport's strategic location supports regional air transportation and potential general aviation activities.

Flying Conditions

Located at 37.149300, -8.583960, the airport experiences maritime influenced weather typical of southern Portugal's coastal region. The low elevation of 5 ft MSL suggests minimal terrain-related turbulence and generally stable atmospheric conditions. Pilots should anticipate maritime wind patterns that could affect runway 11/29's 2822 ft asphalt surface.

Notable Features

The single runway 11/29 is constructed of asphalt and measures 2822 ft in length, suitable for smaller aircraft and regional operations. Its geographic position near the Atlantic coast implies potential for crosswind conditions and sea-influenced meteorological variations. The airport's low elevation minimizes complex terrain interactions during approach and departure.

Approach Considerations

Runway 11/29's orientation suggests potential wind-dependent approach preferences depending on prevailing maritime wind directions. The relatively short runway length requires careful performance calculations for aircraft operations. Pilots should conduct thorough pre-flight planning considering the airport's coastal location and potential wind variability.

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.