Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport

SBBQ

Barbacena, BR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 20:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 3 hours ago
20:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
6 kt
90°
10+ km
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBBQ 042000Z 09006KT 9999 FEW040 BKN100 22/19 Q1018

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,657 ft
FEW 4,000 ft AGL
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,657 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
13,657 ft AMSL

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BBQ
18
36 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
5,774 ft 98 ft ASP
0.0 kt 6.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SBBQ

1,479 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61.9%
MVFR
27.7%
IFR
9.1%
LIFR
1.2%

Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.5 knots. Temperatures typically range between 10°C and 33°C with an average of 23°C. The best months for VFR flying are March, December, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 19 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
14%
NE
16%
E
23.1%
SE
11.4%
S
6.1%
SW
1.8%
W
9.6%
NW
17.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 23°C
Range: 10°C to 33°C
10°C 33°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

March December September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 1,479 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBBQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,657 ft MSL

Location

City: Barbacena
Country: BR
Latitude: -21.267200°
Longitude: -43.761010°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 5,774 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport

Overview

Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport serves Barbacena, Brazil, as a medium-sized airport situated at 3657 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates -21.267200, -43.761010, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the region, supporting various flight operations with its single 5,774-foot asphalted runway.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at SBBQ demonstrate predominantly favorable flying conditions, with 63.6% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Pilots can expect consistent weather patterns, with temperatures ranging from 10°C to 33°C and an average of 22.8°C. Wind conditions are typically easterly at an average of 6.6 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 19 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's elevation of 3657 feet MSL presents moderate altitude considerations for aircraft performance. The single runway (18/36) provides consistent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of only 4.6 knots. Visibility is consistently good, averaging 10 statute miles with no reported fog incidents.

Approach Considerations

Optimal flying conditions occur during December, September, and November, offering the most stable weather for operations. Runway 18/36 provides predictable wind conditions, with minimal crosswind challenges. Pilots should anticipate eastern wind patterns and utilize the full 5,774-foot runway length for safe approaches and departures.

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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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.