Santa Maria Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 6m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Santa Maria Airport
Santa Maria Airport may refer to: Santa Maria Airport (Azores), on Santa Maria Island in the Azores (IATA: SMA, ICAO: LPAZ) Santa Maria Airport (Peru), in Santa María District, Lima Region, Peru (IATA: SMG, ICAO: SPMR) Santa Maria Airport (Rio Grande do Sul), in Santa Maria, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil (IATA: RIA, ICAO: SBSM) Santa Maria Airport (Sergipe), in Aracaju, Sergipe, Brazil (IATA: AJU, ICAO: SBAR) Santa Maria Public Airport, in Santa Maria, California, United States (IATA: SMX, ICAO: KSMX) Santa Maria Municipal Airport, an alternative name for Hancock Field, a former airport and military airfield in California
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
LPAZNOTAMs
LPAZReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 10,000 ft / 3,048 m | 197 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 15 / 33 | 1,004 ft / 306 m | 148 ft | Asp | Unlit | Closed |
| 04 / 22 | 334 ft / 102 m | 148 ft | Asp | Unlit | Closed |
Radio frequencies (6)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | A/G | 301.600 MHz |
| A/G | A/G | 1130.900 MHz |
| ACC | CON | 132.150 MHz |
| APP | APP | 119.000 MHz |
| RDO | RDO | 127.900 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.100 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SANTA MARIA OCEANIC | Class A | Controlled | FL055 | FL999 |
| SANTA MARIA TMA | Class C | Controlled | 1000 ft GND | FL195 |
| LPAZ CTR | Class C | CTR | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Portugal airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: W (from about 270°), on 10% of observations, averaging 13 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 71% | 126 ft | |
| Feb | 74% | 75 ft | |
| Mar | 72% | 96 ft | |
| Apr | 76% | 334 ft | |
| May | 75% | 386 ft | |
| Jun | 77% | 593 ft | |
| Jul | 75% | 772 ft | |
| Aug | 87% | 1,039 ft | |
| Sep | 89% | 943 ft | |
| Oct | 81% | 846 ft | |
| Nov | 78% | 534 ft | |
| Dec | 73% | 223 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~75–1,039 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 499 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 509 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 512 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 525 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 551 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Santa Maria Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Santa Maria Airport?
The ICAO code for Santa Maria Airport is LPAZ, and its IATA code is SMA.
Where is Santa Maria Airport located?
Santa Maria Airport is medium airport located in Vila do Porto, Portugal, at an elevation of 308 ft (94 m).
How many runways does Santa Maria Airport have?
Santa Maria Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 10,000 ft / 3,048 m.
Which airlines fly to Santa Maria Airport?
Airlines historically serving Santa Maria Airport include SATA Air Acores, SATA International, TAP Portugal (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Santa Maria Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Santa Maria Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Santa Maria Airport in?
Santa Maria Airport is in the Atlantic/Azores time zone (UTC).
What is the magnetic variation at Santa Maria Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Santa Maria Airport is approximately 6.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Santa Maria Airport?
The nearest airport to Santa Maria Airport is João Paulo II Airport (PDL), about 52.6 nm to the nnw.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Santa Maria Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.