Itacoatiara Airport

SBIC / ITA

Itacoatiara, BR

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Itacoatiara Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBIC
IATA Code: ITA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 142 ft MSL

Location

City: Itacoatiara
Country: BR
Latitude: -3.126539°
Longitude: -58.481668°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 4,970 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Itacoatiara Airport

Overview

Itacoatiara Airport serves the municipality of Itacoatiara in the Brazilian state of Amazonas, situated in the northwestern region of Brazil. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 142 feet mean sea level, it provides critical aviation infrastructure in this Amazon basin region. The airport supports regional transportation and likely serves commercial, cargo, and potentially some general aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Located near the equator at coordinates -3.126539, -58.481668, Itacoatiara experiences consistent tropical climate conditions with high humidity and potential rapid weather changes. Pilots should anticipate potential convective activity and localized thunderstorm development, which are characteristic of the Amazon rainforest environment. The airport's relatively low elevation suggests minimal terrain-induced weather variations.

Notable Features

The single runway (14/32) is 4,970 feet long and constructed with an asphalt surface, suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations. Its orientation suggests potential crosswind scenarios, particularly during seasonal wind pattern shifts. The airport's location in the Amazon region implies potential challenges related to vegetation, humidity, and potential limited surrounding infrastructure.

Approach Considerations

Runway 14/32's length and asphalt surface provide reasonable operational flexibility for approaching aircraft. Given the equatorial location, wind variations may influence preferred runway selection, though specific local wind rose data would be needed for definitive guidance. Pilots should anticipate potential rapid meteorological changes typical of tropical environments during approach and landing.

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

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.