Padre Aldamiz International Airport

SPTU / PEM

Puerto Maldonado, PE

Last Updated
Mar 3, 23:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 10 hours ago
23:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
1 kt
Variable
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1004 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SPTU 032300Z VRB01KT CAVOK 26/25 Q1004 RMK BIRD HAZARD RWY 01/19 PP000
QNH
1004 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
982 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (659 ft)
Pressure Alt
937 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,415 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SPTU 031700Z 0318/0418 34008KT 9999 SCT015 SCT020 TX31/0319Z TN23/0411Z TEMPO 0318/0321 SHRA FEW020TCU BKN040 TEMPO 0401/0404 RA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:28Z BASE
+0h
VFR 340° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PTU
01
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 11,482 ft 148 ft CON 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 - SPTU

2,324 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.5%
MVFR
20.5%
IFR
2.9%
LIFR
2.1%

Padre Aldamiz International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 5.1 knots. Temperatures typically range between 16°C and 36°C with an average of 27.7°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, December, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 5.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 17 kt
Calm Winds: 4.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
20.4%
NE
1.7%
E
2.3%
SE
8%
S
7.3%
SW
7.1%
W
16.3%
NW
32.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.7°C
Range: 16°C to 36°C
16°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.9%

Best Months for VFR

September December October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt

Statistics computed from 2,324 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Padre Aldamiz International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SPTU
IATA Code: PEM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 659 ft MSL

Location

City: Puerto Maldonado
Country: PE
Latitude: -12.613600°
Longitude: -69.228600°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 11,482 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Padre Aldamiz International Airport

Overview

Padre Aldamiz International Airport serves Puerto Maldonado in southeastern Peru, providing critical aviation access to the Amazonas region. Located at 659 feet above sea level with coordinates -12.613600, -69.228600, this medium-sized airport supports regional and tourist transportation in a tropical environment.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at SPTU are predominantly visual flight rules (VFR), with 78.5% of observations supporting clear flying. Temperature variations range from 16°C to 36°C, averaging 27.8°C, which can impact aircraft performance. Wind patterns predominantly come from the northwest at an average of 5.1 knots, with calm conditions occurring 4.9% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport features a single concrete runway (01/19) measuring 11,482 feet in length, providing substantial operational flexibility. Its tropical location demands heightened awareness of potential rapid weather changes, though visibility consistently averages 10 statute miles with minimal fog occurrences (1.7% of observations).

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% compatible wind conditions and an average crosswind of only 3.5 knots. Pilots can expect optimal flying conditions during September, October, and December, which represent the best VFR months for operations at this airport.

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.