Moises Benzaquen Rengifo Airport

SPMS / YMS

Yurimaguas, PE

Last Updated
Jun 23, 22:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 15 hours ago
22:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
7 kt
20°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SPMS 232200Z 02007KT 9999 SCT015 30/24 Q1009 RMK TX34.4 BIRD HAZARD RWY 09/27 PP000

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 587 ft
SCT 1,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,087 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Moises Benzaquen Rengifo Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 14.7 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 7 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 30°C (86°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Rain between 08:00Z and 11:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
989 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (587 ft)
Pressure Alt
715 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,656 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +16.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SPMS 241100Z 2412/2512 04005KT 9999 SCT020 TX32/2420Z TN25/2511Z TEMPO 2508/2511 4000 RA BKN010 BKN080
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:43Z BASE
+0h
VFR 40° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PMS
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
5,912 ft 98 ft ASP 94°
2.4 kt 6.6 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SPMS

2,609 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.7%
MVFR
24.7%
IFR
7.2%
LIFR
0.4%

Moises Benzaquen Rengifo Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 3.9 knots. Temperatures typically range between 9°C and 39°C with an average of 28.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, June, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 3.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 15 kt
Calm Winds: 5.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
13.3%
N
23.4%
S
7.5%
W
9.3%
NE
15.3%
NW
13.4%
SE
7%
SW
5.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 28.2°C
Range: 9°C to 39°C
9°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.4%

Best Months for VFR

October June November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 2,609 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Moises Benzaquen Rengifo Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SPMS
IATA Code: YMS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 587 ft MSL

Location

City: Yurimaguas
Country: PE
Latitude: -5.893770°
Longitude: -76.118202°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 5,912 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Moises Benzaquen Rengifo Airport

Overview

Moises Benzaquen Rengifo Airport serves the city of Yurimaguas in northeastern Peru, situated at an elevation of 587 feet above mean sea level. The medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the Amazon region, supporting regional and local aviation needs with its 5,912-foot asphalted runway.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at SPMS are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 71.9% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. Pilots can expect consistent winds from the north at an average of 4.2 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 15 knots and calm periods occurring 5.1% of the time. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from 9°C to 39°C with an average of 28.6°C.

Notable Features

Located in the Amazon basin at coordinates -5.893770, -76.118202, the airport is positioned in a tropical environment with potential challenging terrain considerations. The surrounding landscape likely presents typical Amazonian geographic features, including potential local weather generation from nearby vegetation and river systems.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 offers excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of just 2.9 knots. Pilots should note the best visual meteorological conditions occur in September, October, and November. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility and only 2.2% of observations reporting 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.