Presidente João Suassuna Airport

SBKG / CPV

Campina Grande, BR

Last Updated
Jul 4, 20:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
20:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
6 kt
120°
10+ km
Visibility
8,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBKG 042000Z 12006KT 9999 SCT020 BKN080 24/20 Q1017

Clouds - Visual Profile

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

Weather Briefing

VFR

Presidente João Suassuna Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 8,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (120°) at 6 knots. Runway 15/33 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 8000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 20°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 fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF SBKG 041631Z 0418/0506 12010KT 8000 BKN023 TX25/0418Z TN21/0505Z BECMG 0420/0422 15005KT BECMG 0500/0503 BKN012 RMK PHC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:31Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 120° 10 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 2,300 ft
00:00Z BECMG
+4h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,200 ft

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
5.2 kt 3.0 kt
150° 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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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.