Moises Benzaquen Rengifo Airport

SPMS / YMS

Yurimaguas, PE

Last Updated
Apr 22, 21:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 49 min ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
32°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
6 kt
40°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1006 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SPMS 222100Z 04006KT 9999 SCT030 SCT070 32/25 Q1006 RMK TX32.8 BIRD HAZARD RWY 09/27 PP000

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 587 ft
SCT 3,000 ft AGL
SCT 7,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,587 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,587 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Moises Benzaquen Rengifo Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (40°) at 6 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 3,000 ft, scattered at 7,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 32°C (90°F) with a dewpoint of 25°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Mist, Showers Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 12:00Z and 13:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 20:00Z and 00:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1006 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
986 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (587 ft)
Pressure Alt
805 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,986 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +18.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF COR SPMS 221100Z 2212/2312 VRB04KT 9999 SCT020 SCT100 TX33/2220Z TN23/2311Z TEMPO 2212/2213 4000 BR BKN010 SCT100 TEMPO 2220/2224 4000 SHRA BKN010 FEW025TCU
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:49Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PMS
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
5,912 ft 98 ft ASP 94°
3.9 kt 4.6 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SPMS

2,052 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
66.3%
MVFR
25.7%
IFR
7.5%
LIFR
0.5%

Moises Benzaquen Rengifo Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 66.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 3.9 knots. Temperatures typically range between 9°C and 39°C with an average of 28.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, November, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 3.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 15 kt
Calm Winds: 5.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
26.5%
NE
16%
E
10.8%
SE
5.6%
S
6.4%
SW
4.8%
W
9.7%
NW
14.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 28.3°C
Range: 9°C to 39°C
9°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.3%

Best Months for VFR

October November September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt

Statistics computed from 2,052 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Moises Benzaquen Rengifo Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SPMS
IATA Code: YMS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 587 ft MSL

Location

City: Yurimaguas
Country: PE
Latitude: -5.893770°
Longitude: -76.118202°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 5,912 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Moises Benzaquen Rengifo Airport

Overview

Moises Benzaquen Rengifo Airport serves the city of Yurimaguas in northeastern Peru, situated at an elevation of 587 feet above mean sea level. The medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the Amazon region, supporting regional and local aviation needs with its 5,912-foot asphalted runway.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at SPMS are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 71.9% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. Pilots can expect consistent winds from the north at an average of 4.2 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 15 knots and calm periods occurring 5.1% of the time. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from 9°C to 39°C with an average of 28.6°C.

Notable Features

Located in the Amazon basin at coordinates -5.893770, -76.118202, the airport is positioned in a tropical environment with potential challenging terrain considerations. The surrounding landscape likely presents typical Amazonian geographic features, including potential local weather generation from nearby vegetation and river systems.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 offers excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of just 2.9 knots. Pilots should note the best visual meteorological conditions occur in September, October, and November. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility and only 2.2% of observations reporting fog.

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.