Campo Fontenelle

SBYS / QPS

Pirassununga, BR

Last Updated
Jul 26, 16:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 44 min ago
16:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
2 kt
Variable
8 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBYS 261600Z VRB02KT 8000 NSC 23/16 Q1021

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Campo Fontenelle is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with clear skies and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 16°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF SBYS 260900Z 2612/2624 02003KT 7000 SCT030 TX19/2617Z TN18/2623Z BECMG 2619/2621 24003KT 9999 FEW030 RMK PAI
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:44Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 20° 3 kt
Visibility: 7 km
19:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 240° 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BYS
02L
20R
02C
20C
02R
20L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02C/20C 6,923 ft 148 ft ASP No wind data
02L/20R 6,916 ft 148 ft ASP No wind data
02R/20L 6,916 ft 148 ft ASP 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 - SBYS

5,516 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
83.7%
MVFR
9.3%
IFR
3.9%
LIFR
3.1%

Campo Fontenelle enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 83.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 5.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 51 knots. Temperature extremes range from 3°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 5.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 51 kt
Calm Winds: 4.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
8.7%
N
13.3%
S
29.9%
W
5.5%
NE
10.4%
NW
12.4%
SE
11.1%
SW
4.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.2°C
Range: 3°C to 37°C
3°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 7.6%

Best Months for VFR

April September January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02C/20C
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt
Runway 02L/20R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt
Runway 02R/20L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 5,516 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Campo Fontenelle - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBYS
IATA Code: QPS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,968 ft MSL

Location

City: Pirassununga
Country: BR
Latitude: -21.984692°
Longitude: -47.341207°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 02C/20C
Length: 6,923 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 02L/20R
Length: 6,916 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 02R/20L
Length: 6,916 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Campo Fontenelle

Overview

Campo Fontenelle airport serves Pirassununga, Brazil, as a medium-sized aviation facility with three parallel asphalt runways. Located at 1,968 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the region, with runways ranging between 6,916 and 6,923 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Campo Fontenelle are predominantly VFR, with 89.2% of observed conditions supporting visual flight rules. Winds predominantly come from the south at 180 degrees, averaging 7.1 knots with occasional gusts up to 23 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from 9°C to 37°C with an average of 24.9°C.

Notable Features

The airport features three parallel runways oriented 02/20, providing multiple landing options with consistent wind characteristics. All three runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind conditions and similar crosswind profiles, averaging 4.1 knots. Visibility is typically excellent, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal occurrences of reduced visibility.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect optimal flying conditions during September, January, and November, which represent the best VFR months. The consistent runway orientation and favorable wind patterns allow for predictable approaches from either end. With minimal fog (1.2% occurrence) and rare instances of low visibility, pilots can generally anticipate stable approach conditions.

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.