Portimão Airport

LPPM / PRM

Portimão, PT

Last Updated
Mar 7, 07:00Z

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Currently using: LPFR
Weather Source: Faro Airport (LPFR)
Distance: 31nm / 57km from LPPM

Current Weather

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07:00Z

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VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
4 kt
240°
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Ceiling
Unlimited
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Raw METAR

METAR LPFR 070700Z 24004KT CAVOK 11/07 Q1016

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LPFR 070500Z 0706/0806 30008KT CAVOK BECMG 0711/0713 22008KT BECMG 0719/0721 VRB02KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:15Z BASE
+0h
VFR 300° 8 kt
Visibility: >10km
11:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR 220° 8 kt
19:00Z BECMG
+12h
VFR VRB 2 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PPM
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
2,822 ft 89 ft ASP 107°
2.6 kt 3.1 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Portimão Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LPPM
IATA Code: PRM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5 ft MSL

Location

City: Portimão
Country: PT
Latitude: 37.149300°
Longitude: -8.583960°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 2,822 ft
Width: 89 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Portimão Airport

Overview

Portimão Airport serves the Algarve region in southern Portugal, situated near the coastal city of Portimão. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 5 ft MSL, it provides aviation services to the western Algarve area. The airport's strategic location supports regional air transportation and potential general aviation activities.

Flying Conditions

Located at 37.149300, -8.583960, the airport experiences maritime influenced weather typical of southern Portugal's coastal region. The low elevation of 5 ft MSL suggests minimal terrain-related turbulence and generally stable atmospheric conditions. Pilots should anticipate maritime wind patterns that could affect runway 11/29's 2822 ft asphalt surface.

Notable Features

The single runway 11/29 is constructed of asphalt and measures 2822 ft in length, suitable for smaller aircraft and regional operations. Its geographic position near the Atlantic coast implies potential for crosswind conditions and sea-influenced meteorological variations. The airport's low elevation minimizes complex terrain interactions during approach and departure.

Approach Considerations

Runway 11/29's orientation suggests potential wind-dependent approach preferences depending on prevailing maritime wind directions. The relatively short runway length requires careful performance calculations for aircraft operations. Pilots should conduct thorough pre-flight planning considering the airport's coastal location and potential wind variability.

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.