Pitalito Airport

SKPI / PTX

Pitalito, CO

Last Updated
Apr 23, 05:00Z

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Currently using: SKFL
Weather Source: Gustavo Artunduaga Paredes Airport (SKFL)
Distance: 35nm / 65km from SKPI

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 49 min ago
05:00Z

🌅 Dawn
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
1 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SKFL 230500Z AUTO VRB01KT 9999 SCT057/// 23/23 Q1011

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 4,212 ft
SCT 5,700 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
5,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,912 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Pitalito Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 5,700 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 5,700 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 23°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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.

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KPI
06
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 4,912 ft 98 ft ASP 60° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Pitalito Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SKPI
IATA Code: PTX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,212 ft MSL

Location

City: Pitalito
Country: CO
Latitude: 1.857770°
Longitude: -76.085700°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 4,912 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Pitalito Airport

Overview

Pitalito Airport serves the southern Colombian region of Huila, located at coordinates 1.857770, -76.085700. As a medium-sized airport situated at an elevation of 4212 feet mean sea level, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for the Pitalito area and surrounding municipalities.

Flying Conditions

The airport's high elevation at 4212 ft MSL means pilots should anticipate performance considerations related to density altitude, particularly during warmer periods. Being situated in the Andean region, the airport may experience variable weather conditions typical of Colombian mountain terrain, with potential rapid changes in visibility and wind patterns.

Notable Features

The single runway 06/24 is 4912 feet long with an asphalt (ASP) surface, suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations. Its orientation suggests potential crosswind challenges, with the runway aligned approximately 60 degrees from magnetic north, which may require careful wind assessment during approach and landing.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24's length of 4912 feet provides adequate runway distance for most medium aircraft, but pilots should carefully calculate landing and takeoff performance given the significant elevation. The airport's mountain region location suggests a requirement for heightened terrain awareness and precise navigation techniques during approach and departure procedures.

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.