Presidente João Suassuna Airport

SBKG / CPV

Campina Grande, BR

Last Updated
Jul 4, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 44 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
5 kt
140°
8 km
Visibility
7,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBKG 041000Z 14005KT 110V170 8000 VCSH SCT012 BKN070 20/19 Q1018

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,646 ft
SCT 1,200 ft AGL
BKN 7,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,846 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,646 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Presidente João Suassuna Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 7,000 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 5 knots. Runway 15/33 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 7000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 19°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 06:00Z and 10:00Z.

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 SBKG 040445Z 0406/0418 15005KT 9999 BKN015 TN21/0409Z TX24/0415Z TEMPO 0406/0410 BKN010 BECMG 0412/0414 13010KT 6000 RA SCT010 BKN020 RMK PFV
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:44Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 150° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
12:00Z BECMG
+2h
MVFR 130° 10 kt
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BKG
15
33 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 33
5,135 ft 138 ft ASP
4.9 kt 0.9 kt
170° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SBKG

6,729 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61.7%
MVFR
28.9%
IFR
9%
LIFR
0.4%

Presidente João Suassuna Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 8.5 knots. Temperatures typically range between 17°C and 34°C with an average of 24.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are July, November, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 8.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 1.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
59.6%
N
0.3%
S
5.9%
W
0.7%
NE
5.3%
NW
0.2%
SE
24.2%
SW
2.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 24.3°C
Range: 17°C to 34°C
17°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.3%

Best Months for VFR

July November September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.9 kt

Statistics computed from 6,729 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Presidente João Suassuna Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBKG
IATA Code: CPV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,646 ft MSL

Location

City: Campina Grande
Country: BR
Latitude: -7.269662°
Longitude: -35.896057°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+2

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 5,135 ft
Width: 138 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Presidente João Suassuna Airport

Overview

Presidente João Suassuna Airport serves Campina Grande, Brazil, as a medium-sized regional airport situated at an elevation of 1,646 feet MSL. Located at coordinates -7.269662, -35.896057, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the Paraíba state region. Its single runway 15/33 extends 5,135 feet and is asphalted, supporting various general aviation and regional operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at SBKG are predominantly visual flight rules (VFR), with 66.1% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. Prevailing winds from the east (90 degrees) average 10.3 knots, with occasional peaks up to 20 knots. Temperature ranges between 18°C and 33°C, averaging 24.7°C, which generally provides stable atmospheric conditions for most flight operations.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical position in northeastern Brazil presents a relatively stable meteorological environment with minimal meteorological disruptions. Statistical data indicates extremely low occurrences of challenging weather, with fog present in only 0.3% of observations and visibility consistently averaging 10 statute miles. Runway 15/33 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect optimal VFR conditions during September, October, and November, which represent the most consistent flying months. Runway 15/33 experiences an average crosswind of 7.6 knots, which is generally manageable for most aircraft categories. The airport's elevation and wind characteristics suggest relatively straightforward approach and departure procedures with minimal complex meteorological interventions.

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.