Ten. Cel. Aviador César Bombonato Airport

SBUL / UDI

Uberlândia, BR

Last Updated
Jun 10, 15:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
12 kt
50°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBUL 101500Z 05012KT CAVOK 26/13 Q1020

Weather Briefing

VFR

Ten. Cel. Aviador César Bombonato Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 12 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C, indicating relatively dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SBUL 100800Z 1012/1024 08004KT CAVOK TN20/1012Z TX27/1017Z BECMG 1012/1014 05006KT BECMG 1015/1017 02010KT FEW045 BECMG 1018/1020 35006KT BECMG 1021/1023 08004KT RMK PHG
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:04Z BASE
+0h
VFR 80° 4 kt
Visibility: >10km
18:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 350° 6 kt
21:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR 80° 4 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BUL
4 ✈️
22

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 4/22
Active: 4
6,398 ft 148 ft ASP
11.8 kt 2.1 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SBUL

6,170 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86.1%
MVFR
6.1%
IFR
2.5%
LIFR
5.3%

Ten. Cel. Aviador César Bombonato Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.2 knots. Temperatures typically range between 12°C and 35°C with an average of 23.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are June, April, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
31.5%
N
12.1%
S
7.9%
W
4.7%
NE
14.1%
NW
3.3%
SE
17.8%
SW
7.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.2°C
Range: 12°C to 35°C
12°C 35°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

June April May

Statistics computed from 6,170 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ten. Cel. Aviador César Bombonato Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBUL
IATA Code: UDI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,094 ft MSL

Location

City: Uberlândia
Country: BR
Latitude: -18.883579°
Longitude: -48.225936°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 4/22
Length: 6,398 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Ten. Cel. Aviador César Bombonato Airport

Overview

Ten. Cel. Aviador César Bombonato Airport serves Uberlândia, a significant city in Minas Gerais, Brazil. Located at 3,094 feet elevation with coordinates -18.883579, -48.225936, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region's transportation and economic needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at SBUL are predominantly VFR, with 85.6% of observations indicating favorable flying conditions. Wind patterns are consistently easterly at 90 degrees, averaging 7.9 knots with occasional gusts up to 22 knots. Temperature ranges from 14°C to 35°C, with an average of 23.8°C, creating generally stable atmospheric conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (4/22) measuring 6,398 feet with an asphalt surface. Its elevated position at 3,094 feet MSL provides unique terrain considerations for pilots, potentially affecting aircraft performance and approach dynamics. The geographical location suggests potential for thermal and wind variations typical of the Brazilian interior.

Approach Considerations

Prevailing easterly winds suggest runway 22 might offer more favorable approach conditions for landing. Pilots can expect excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility (fog occurs in only 1.6% of observations). September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations.

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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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.