Umberto Modiano Airport

SBBZ / BZC

Cabo Frio, BR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 22:00Z

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Weather Source: Macaé Benedito Lacerda Airport (SBME)
Distance: 28nm / 52km from SBBZ

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 17 min ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
4 kt
310°
10+ km
Visibility
2,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBME 222200Z 31004KT 9999 BKN025 24/21 Q1017

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 10 ft
BKN 2,500 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,510 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Umberto Modiano Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2500 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 21°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 12 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

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 SBME 221625Z 2218/2306 16010KT 9999 FEW030 TX26/2218Z TN20/2306Z BECMG 2300/2302 35005KT RMK PFV
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:16Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
00:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 350° 5 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BBZ
7 ✈️
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 7/25
Active: 7
4,265 ft 98 ft ASP
2.0 kt 3.5 kt
120° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Umberto Modiano Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBBZ
IATA Code: BZC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 10 ft MSL

Location

City: Cabo Frio
Country: BR
Latitude: -22.770881°
Longitude: -41.963080°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 7/25
Length: 4,265 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Umberto Modiano Airport

Overview

Umberto Modiano Airport serves the coastal city of Cabo Frio in Brazil, located at coordinates -22.770881, -41.963080. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 10 feet mean sea level, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for the region's transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Being a coastal airport at low elevation, Umberto Modiano experiences maritime atmospheric conditions typical of Brazilian coastal environments. The single runway (7/25) measures 4,265 feet in length and is surfaced with asphalt, which can influence aircraft performance and landing considerations.

Notable Features

The airport's relatively low elevation of 10 feet MSL indicates a flat terrain environment near sea level. Its geographic position suggests potential for marine layer formations and wind conditions characteristic of coastal Brazilian regions, which pilots should anticipate during flight planning.

Approach Considerations

The 7/25 runway orientation suggests potential crosswind considerations during approaches. Pilots should carefully assess wind direction and runway alignment when planning landings, considering the airport's coastal location and potential maritime wind patterns.

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.