Cadete FAP Guillermo Del Castillo Paredes Airport

SPST / TPP

Tarapoto, PE

Last Updated
Apr 22, 03:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 7 hours ago
03:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1011 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SPST 220300Z VRB02KT 9999 FEW020 SCT080 24/23 Q1011 RMK PP000

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 869 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
SCT 8,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,869 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,869 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Cadete FAP Guillermo Del Castillo Paredes Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 8,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 7 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft, scattered at 8,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°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.

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: Rain, Mist. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Rain between 07:00Z and 09:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 18:00Z and 21:00Z.

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. 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
1011 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
982 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (869 ft)
Pressure Alt
937 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,226 ft
ISA Deviation: +10.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SPST 212300Z 2200/2224 35005KT 9999 FEW015 SCT080 TX32/2219Z TN24/2211Z TEMPO 2207/2209 RA BECMG 2209/2211 4500 BR BKN005 BKN080 BECMG 2213/2215 8000 NSW FEW020 BKN100 TEMPO 2218/2221 06010KT SCT015TCU
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:59Z BASE
+0h
VFR 350° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
13:00Z BECMG
+4h
MVFR
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
18:00Z TEMPO
+9h
MVFR 60° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PST
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
17/35 8,530 ft 148 ft ASP 171° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SPST

3,700 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
85.2%
MVFR
8.8%
IFR
4.5%
LIFR
1.4%

Cadete FAP Guillermo Del Castillo Paredes Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 85.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 4.8 knots. Calm conditions occur 13.4% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 19°C and 38°C with an average of 27.7°C. The best months for VFR flying are December, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 4.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 17 kt
Calm Winds: 13.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
14.2%
NE
8%
E
8.2%
SE
15.3%
S
15.8%
SW
5.1%
W
10.4%
NW
9.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.7°C
Range: 19°C to 38°C
19°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 6.5%

Best Months for VFR

December September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt

Statistics computed from 3,700 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cadete FAP Guillermo Del Castillo Paredes Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SPST
IATA Code: TPP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 869 ft MSL

Location

City: Tarapoto
Country: PE
Latitude: -6.508740°
Longitude: -76.373199°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 8,530 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Cadete FAP Guillermo Del Castillo Paredes Airport

Overview

Cadete FAP Guillermo Del Castillo Paredes Airport serves Tarapoto, Peru, as a medium-sized airport situated at 869 feet mean sea level. The airport provides critical aviation infrastructure in the northeastern Peruvian region, supporting both military and civilian operations. Its single runway (17/35) stretches 8,530 feet with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions, with 90.9% of observed weather supporting visual flight rules. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from 19°C to 38°C with an average of 28.2°C. Wind conditions are generally mild, with a prevailing northerly direction at an average of 5.1 knots and occasional gusts up to 17 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's location in the Peruvian Amazon presents unique geographic considerations for pilots. Terrain surrounding Tarapoto is characterized by tropical rainforest and varied elevation, which can influence local meteorological conditions. The consistently favorable wind alignment supports runway 17/35 operations, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind of 2.6 knots.

Approach Considerations

December, September, and November offer the most stable VFR conditions for operations. Visibility typically remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of reduced visibility. Pilots should note a low incidence of instrument meteorological conditions, with only 2.6% IFR and 1% LIFR observations recorded.

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.