Fabio Alberto Leon Bentley Airport

SKMU / MVP

Mitú, CO

Last Updated
Mar 5, 07:00Z

Current Weather

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☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
0 kt
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
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Raw METAR

METAR SKMU 050700Z AUTO 00000KT //// ////// 24/23 Q1007

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KMU
02
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02/20 5,889 ft 66 ft ASP 11°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
11° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SKMU

3,691 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79.3%
MVFR
14.3%
IFR
2%
LIFR
4.3%

Fabio Alberto Leon Bentley Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 6.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 3.9 knots. Calm conditions occur 15.1% of the time. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 25.7°C (range: 20°C to 34°C). The best months for VFR flying are December, February, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 3.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 11 kt
Calm Winds: 15.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
35.9%
NE
7.3%
E
1.5%
SE
3%
S
12.6%
SW
16.1%
W
4.3%
NW
4.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.7°C
Range: 20°C to 34°C
20°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 9.1%

Best Months for VFR

December February October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.3 kt

Statistics computed from 3,691 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Fabio Alberto Leon Bentley Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SKMU
IATA Code: MVP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 680 ft MSL

Location

City: Mitú
Country: CO
Latitude: 1.253660°
Longitude: -70.233900°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 5,889 ft
Width: 66 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Fabio Alberto Leon Bentley Airport

Overview

Fabio Alberto Leon Bentley Airport serves Mitú, Colombia, situated at an elevation of 680 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport in a tropical region, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for this remote area, supporting regional transportation and local operational needs.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 79.5% of observations showing good visual flying conditions. Temperature remains consistently warm, averaging 25.7°C with a range between 20°C and 34°C. Wind patterns are generally light, with a prevailing northerly direction at an average of 3.9 knots and calm conditions occurring 15.2% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (02/20) measuring 5,889 feet with an asphalt surface. Its location near 1.253660, -70.233900 places it in a tropical environment with potential challenging terrain considerations typical of Colombian regional airports. Visibility is typically excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal low visibility events.

Approach Considerations

Runway 02/20 demonstrates favorable wind conditions, with 100% compatible wind alignment and minimal average crosswind of 1.3 knots. December, October, and November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots should be prepared for potential localized weather variations common in tropical environments.

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.