Capitan FAP Carlos Martinez De Pinillos International Airport

SPRU / TRU

Trujillo, PE

Last Updated
Apr 22, 23:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 51 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
8 kt
150°
9 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SPRU 222300Z 15008KT 9000 FEW015 21/20 Q1012 RMK PP000

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 106 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,606 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Capitan FAP Carlos Martinez De Pinillos International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,500 feet and 9 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (150°) at 8 knots. Runway 20 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 km. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 20°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 20 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Mist.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1008 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (106 ft)
Pressure Alt
144 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 889 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD SPRU 222250Z 2222/2318 15010KT 7000 SCT014 TX23/2318Z TN20/2311Z BECMG 2307/2310 4000 BR BKN012 BECMG 2313/2316 7000 NSW SCT017
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:50Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 150° 10 kt
Visibility: 7 km
07:00Z BECMG
+8h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PRU
02
20 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 20
9,920 ft 145 ft ASP 17°
5.1 kt 6.1 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SPRU

5,354 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
22%
MVFR
59.7%
IFR
12.5%
LIFR
5.8%

Capitan FAP Carlos Martinez De Pinillos International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 22% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 18.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 109 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 20.1°C (range: 16°C to 28°C). The best months for VFR flying are April, December, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 109 kt
Calm Winds: 0.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
0%
NE
0.1%
E
1.1%
SE
47%
S
48.5%
SW
2.2%
W
0.5%
NW
0%

Temperature Range

Average: 20.1°C
Range: 16°C to 28°C
16°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 9.6%

Best Months for VFR

April December January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.3 kt

Statistics computed from 5,354 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Capitan FAP Carlos Martinez De Pinillos International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SPRU
IATA Code: TRU
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 106 ft MSL

Location

City: Trujillo
Country: PE
Latitude: -8.081410°
Longitude: -79.108803°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 9,920 ft
Width: 145 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Capitan FAP Carlos Martinez De Pinillos International Airport

Overview

Capitan FAP Carlos Martinez De Pinillos International Airport serves Trujillo, Peru as a medium-sized airport situated at 106 feet above mean sea level. The airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the coastal region, supporting regional and potentially international air transportation needs. Its single runway (02/20) extends 9,920 feet and is constructed with asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at SPRU are predominantly MVFR, representing 59.5% of observed conditions, with VFR conditions occurring 21.1% of the time. Pilots can expect consistent southerly winds averaging 7.3 knots, with maximum recorded speeds of 15 knots. Temperature remains stable, ranging between 16°C and 25°C, with an average of 18.5°C, facilitating relatively predictable flight operations.

Notable Features

Located at coordinates -8.081410, -79.108803, the airport is positioned in a coastal environment near Trujillo. The airport's elevation of 106 feet MSL suggests minimal terrain complexity for approach and departure procedures. Visibility consistently remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with negligible occurrences of visibility below 3 miles.

Approach Considerations

Runway 02/20 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 4.5 knots. January, November, and December represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots should note a 5.9% probability of fog, which could marginally impact approach conditions during certain periods.

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.