Heriberto Gíl Martínez Airport

SKUL / ULQ

Tuluá, CO

Last Updated
Apr 24, 11:00Z

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Currently using: SKCL
Weather Source: Alfonso Bonilla Aragon International Airport (SKCL)
Distance: 34nm / 63km from SKUL

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
11:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
4 kt
180°
10+ km
Visibility
4,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SKCL 241100Z 18004KT 9999 BKN040 20/19 Q1017

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,132 ft
BKN 4,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,132 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Heriberto Gíl Martínez Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (180°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 19°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SKCL 240455Z 2406/2506 VRB04KT 9999 SCT050 BECMG 2418/2420 33012KT FEW040 BECMG 2502/2504 VRB05KT TX31/2419Z TN19/2410Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:11Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
18:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 330° 12 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KUL
01
19 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
3,495 ft 100 ft ASP 11°
3.9 kt 0.7 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Heriberto Gíl Martínez Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SKUL
IATA Code: ULQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,132 ft MSL

Location

City: Tuluá
Country: CO
Latitude: 4.088360°
Longitude: -76.235100°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 3,495 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Heriberto Gíl Martínez Airport

Overview

Heriberto Gíl Martínez Airport serves the city of Tuluá in Colombia, situated at an elevation of 3,132 feet above mean sea level. The airport provides medium-level aviation services to the central Valle del Cauca region, supporting regional transportation and local connectivity.

Flying Conditions

Located at 4.088360° North latitude and -76.235100° West longitude, the airport experiences typical Colombian Andean highland weather patterns. Pilots should anticipate potential variability in visibility and wind conditions due to the airport's elevation and mountainous surrounding terrain.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (01/19) with an asphalt surface measuring 3,495 feet in length. Its moderate elevation and terrain suggest potential performance considerations for aircraft operations, particularly during high-temperature or high-weight loading scenarios.

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19 provides a straight-in approach aligned with the local topographical orientation. Pilots should carefully assess current wind conditions and aircraft performance capabilities relative to the runway's 3,495-foot length when planning arrivals and departures.

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.