Usiminas Airport

SBIP / IPN

Ipatinga, BR

Last Updated
Mar 5, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
2 kt
Variable
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBIP 051000Z AUTO VRB02KT CAVOK 23/22 Q1015

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BIP
05
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 6,575 ft 148 ft ASPH 31° 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 - SBIP

3,830 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
88.9%
MVFR
8.1%
IFR
2.5%
LIFR
0.4%

Usiminas Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 88.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 5.1 knots. Temperatures typically range between 11°C and 38°C with an average of 24.9°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 5.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 17 kt
Calm Winds: 9.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
41.8%
NE
20.7%
E
3.2%
SE
1%
S
10.5%
SW
8.2%
W
1.2%
NW
3.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 24.9°C
Range: 11°C to 38°C
11°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

September October March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt

Statistics computed from 3,830 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Usiminas Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBIP
IATA Code: IPN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 786 ft MSL

Location

City: Ipatinga
Country: BR
Latitude: -19.470699°
Longitude: -42.487598°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 6,575 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASPH
ILS: No

About Usiminas Airport

Overview

Usiminas Airport serves the city of Ipatinga in southeastern Brazil, situated at an elevation of 786 feet MSL. The airport provides medium-level aviation services with a single runway (05/23) measuring 6,575 feet in length, constructed with asphalt surface. Located at coordinates -19.470699, -42.487598, the airport supports regional transportation needs in the Minas Gerais state.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Usiminas Airport are predominantly VFR, with 89.5% of observed conditions supporting visual flight rules. Temperatures range from 11°C to 38°C, averaging 24.8°C, which provides generally stable flying environments. Wind patterns are primarily northerly (0° direction) with an average speed of 5.3 knots and occasional peaks up to 17 knots, with calm conditions occurring 9.6% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (05/23) experiences favorable wind conditions 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of only 2.8 knots. Visibility consistently remains excellent, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of restricted visibility. Pilots can expect particularly good VFR conditions during September, October, and December.

Approach Considerations

Given the prevailing northerly winds and runway orientation, approaches to Runway 05 or 23 should anticipate minimal wind-related challenges. The consistent high visibility and predominantly VFR conditions provide pilots with reliable approach opportunities. September through December offer the most stable flying conditions for operations at Usiminas 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

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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.