Trinidad Airport

SKTD / TDA

Trinidad, CO

Last Updated
May 15, 01:00Z

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Currently using: SKYP
Weather Source: El Alcaravan - Yopal Airport (SKYP)
Distance: 44nm / 81km from SKTD

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
01:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
10 kt
50°
5 km
Visibility
2,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SKYP 150100Z 05010KT 010V080 5000 RA BKN020 26/24 Q1014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 649 ft
BKN 2,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,649 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Trinidad Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,000 feet and 5 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 10 knots. Runway 05/23 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 5 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 2000 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

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.

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KTD
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
3,609 ft 0 ft UNK
10.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Trinidad Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SKTD
IATA Code: TDA
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 649 ft MSL

Location

City: Trinidad
Country: CO
Latitude: 5.432780°
Longitude: -71.662500°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 3,609 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No

About Trinidad Airport

Trinidad Airport (SKTD/TDA) is located in Trinidad, CO at an elevation of 649 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (05/23), with the longest at 3,609 feet.

Airport Overview

Trinidad Airport serves Trinidad in CO. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (05/23) with unk surface. The longest runway measures 3,609 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from SKTD, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.