Obando Cesar Gaviria Trujillo Airport

SKPD / PDA

Puerto Inírida, CO

Last Updated
Mar 5, 06:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 54 min ago
06:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
1 kt
Variable
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SKPD 050600Z AUTO VRB01KT CAVOK 24/23 Q1007

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KPD
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
17/35 5,910 ft 85 ft ASP 168° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SKPD

3,811 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
89.8%
MVFR
6.8%
IFR
1.5%
LIFR
1.8%

Obando Cesar Gaviria Trujillo Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 89.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 3.4 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 26.8°C (range: 21°C to 36°C). The best months for VFR flying are March, December, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 3.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 15 kt
Calm Winds: 7.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
21.3%
NE
11.2%
E
10.9%
SE
10.6%
S
13.3%
SW
5.6%
W
8.9%
NW
10.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.8°C
Range: 21°C to 36°C
21°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.4%

Best Months for VFR

March December February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.9 kt

Statistics computed from 3,811 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Obando Cesar Gaviria Trujillo Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SKPD
IATA Code: PDA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 460 ft MSL

Location

City: Puerto Inírida
Country: CO
Latitude: 3.853530°
Longitude: -67.906200°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 5,910 ft
Width: 85 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Obando Cesar Gaviria Trujillo Airport

Overview

Obando Cesar Gaviria Trujillo Airport serves Puerto Inírida in Colombia, situated at an elevation of 460 feet MSL. The medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for this remote region of northeastern Colombia. Its single runway (17/35) extends 5,910 feet and is surfaced with asphalt, supporting regional and local air transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 89.6% of observations indicating good visual flight rules. Temperatures consistently range from 21°C to 35°C, averaging 26.8°C, which creates stable atmospheric conditions. Wind patterns are predominantly from the north (0°), with an average speed of 3.4 knots and occasional gusts up to 15 knots.

Notable Features

Located at coordinates 3.853530, -67.906200, the airport is positioned in a geographical region with unique environmental characteristics. The consistent wind patterns and high percentage of VFR days suggest minimal terrain-induced turbulence or significant atmospheric disruptions. Pilots can expect reliable flying conditions, particularly during December, January, and October.

Approach Considerations

Runway 17/35 offers excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and minimal average crosswind of 1.9 knots. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with negligible instances of reduced visibility or fog. Pilots should anticipate stable approach conditions and predictable wind patterns when operating at this airport.

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.