Capitan FAP Carlos Martinez De Pinillos International Airport

SPRU / TRU

Trujillo, PE

Last Updated
Mar 4, 18:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 54 min ago
18:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
9 kt
190°
9 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1011 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SPRU 041800Z 19009KT 9000 NSC 24/21 Q1011 RMK PP000
QNH
1011 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1007 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (106 ft)
Pressure Alt
174 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,279 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SPRU 041722Z 0418/0518 19006KT 8000 SCT100 TX24/0419Z TN21/0511Z BECMG 0503/0506 3500 BR BECMG 0512/0515 9999 NSW
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:53Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 190° 6 kt
Visibility: 8 km
03:00Z BECMG
+9h
IFR
Visibility: 3.5 km
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PRU
02
20 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 20
9,920 ft 145 ft ASP 17°
8.9 kt 1.6 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SPRU

4,157 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
21.2%
MVFR
60%
IFR
12.5%
LIFR
6.3%

Capitan FAP Carlos Martinez De Pinillos International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 21.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 18.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 19.4°C (range: 16°C to 28°C). The best months for VFR flying are December, January, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 15 kt
Calm Winds: 0.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
0%
NE
0.1%
E
0.7%
SE
44%
S
51.4%
SW
2.7%
W
0.6%
NW
0%

Temperature Range

Average: 19.4°C
Range: 16°C to 28°C
16°C 28°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

December January February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt

Statistics computed from 4,157 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Capitan FAP Carlos Martinez De Pinillos International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SPRU
IATA Code: TRU
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 106 ft MSL

Location

City: Trujillo
Country: PE
Latitude: -8.081410°
Longitude: -79.108803°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 9,920 ft
Width: 145 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Capitan FAP Carlos Martinez De Pinillos International Airport

Overview

Capitan FAP Carlos Martinez De Pinillos International Airport serves Trujillo, Peru as a medium-sized airport situated at 106 feet above mean sea level. The airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the coastal region, supporting regional and potentially international air transportation needs. Its single runway (02/20) extends 9,920 feet and is constructed with asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at SPRU are predominantly MVFR, representing 59.5% of observed conditions, with VFR conditions occurring 21.1% of the time. Pilots can expect consistent southerly winds averaging 7.3 knots, with maximum recorded speeds of 15 knots. Temperature remains stable, ranging between 16°C and 25°C, with an average of 18.5°C, facilitating relatively predictable flight operations.

Notable Features

Located at coordinates -8.081410, -79.108803, the airport is positioned in a coastal environment near Trujillo. The airport's elevation of 106 feet MSL suggests minimal terrain complexity for approach and departure procedures. Visibility consistently remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with negligible occurrences of visibility below 3 miles.

Approach Considerations

Runway 02/20 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 4.5 knots. January, November, and December represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots should note a 5.9% probability of fog, which could marginally impact approach conditions during certain periods.

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.