Coronel FAP Carlos Ciriani Santa Rosa International Airport

SPTN / TCQ

Tacna, PE

Last Updated
Apr 22, 21:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 56 min ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
8 kt
220°
10+ km
Visibility
14,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SPTN 222100Z 22008KT 9999 BKN140 21/13 Q1016 RMK PP000

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,538 ft
BKN 14,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
14,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
15,538 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Coronel FAP Carlos Ciriani Santa Rosa International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 14,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 8 knots. Runway 20 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 14000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
965 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,538 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,456 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,545 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF SPTN 221700Z 2218/2318 22009KT CAVOK TX26/2219Z TN16/2310Z FM230200 22003KT 9999 BKN030 FM231500 22008KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:55Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 9 kt
Visibility: >10km
02:00Z FM230200
+5h
VFR 220° 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PTN
02
20 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 20
8,202 ft 148 ft ASP 20°
7.5 kt 2.7 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SPTN

5,053 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
84.6%
MVFR
14.9%
IFR
0.3%
LIFR
0.1%

Coronel FAP Carlos Ciriani Santa Rosa International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 84.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 5.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 43 knots. Temperatures typically range between 12°C and 31°C with an average of 20.1°C. The best months for VFR flying are February, April, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 5.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 43 kt
Calm Winds: 3.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
4%
NE
2.2%
E
1.1%
SE
1%
S
8.3%
SW
60.4%
W
12.1%
NW
7.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 20.1°C
Range: 12°C to 31°C
12°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.7%

Best Months for VFR

February April March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.4 kt

Statistics computed from 5,053 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Coronel FAP Carlos Ciriani Santa Rosa International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SPTN
IATA Code: TCQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,538 ft MSL

Location

City: Tacna
Country: PE
Latitude: -18.053301°
Longitude: -70.275803°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Coronel FAP Carlos Ciriani Santa Rosa International Airport

Overview

Coronel FAP Carlos Ciriani Santa Rosa International Airport serves Tacna, Peru, as a medium-sized international airport situated at 1,538 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates -18.053301, -70.275803, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for southern Peru's transportation network. Its single runway 02/20 extends 8,202 feet and is constructed with asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at SPTN are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with 75.3% of observations supporting VFR operations. Winds predominantly blow from the southwest at 225 degrees, averaging 5.5 knots with maximum gusts of 14 knots. Temperature ranges comfortably between 12°C and 28°C, with an average of 18.4°C, creating generally stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic positioning in southern Peru presents unique terrain considerations for pilots. Its elevation of 1,538 feet and location near the coastal region influences local wind patterns and visibility. Calm wind conditions occur in only 2.9% of observations, indicating consistent air movement that can assist in runway selection and approach planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 02/20 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 2.3 knots. January, November, and December represent the best months for visual flight conditions, offering optimal flying environments. Pilots can expect consistent visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility or fog.

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.