What are the operating hours of SKPI?

Contador operates from 11:00 to 23:00.

What is the tower frequency at SKPI?

The tower frequency at Contador is 118.4 MHz.

Does SKPI require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Contador (Colombia).

Where is SKPI located?

Contador (SKPI) is located in Pitalito, Colombia.

What is the IATA code for SKPI?

The IATA code for Contador is PTX.

How long is the runway at SKPI?

The main runway at Contador (06/24) measures 4912 X 98.

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Contador (SKPI/PTX) — Pitalito, Colombia

Contador (SKPI/PTX) serves Pitalito, Colombia. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (06/24). Field elevation is 4212 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Frequencies 1/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 1/1

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Additional Info 10/10

Data last updated: 2026-04-03

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: SKPI
Name: Contador
Type: medium_airport
Category: Domestic
Latitude: 1.85777
Longitude: -76.085701
Elevation: 4212 ft
Country: Colombia
Municipality: Pitalito
IATA Code: PTX
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: SKEC
Timezone: America/Bogota
Distance from City: 6.0 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: No

Runways

Runway 06/24

Designation: 06/24
Dimensions: 4912 X 98
Surface: Asphalt
PCN: N/A
Lighting: N/A
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: Visual
Remarks: Also published as 07/25. 1497m x 30m. No lighting. Traffic pattern altitude 5212 ft. Elev Rwy 07: 4221 ft, Rwy 25: 4198 ft. Fire category: Nil.

Frequencies

Tower: 118.400 MHz
Ground: N/A
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday 11:00 – 23:00

Tuesday 11:00 – 23:00

Wednesday 11:00 – 23:00

Thursday 11:00 – 23:00

Friday 11:00 – 23:00

Saturday 11:00 – 23:00

Sunday 11:00 – 23:00

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: HJ (sunrise to sunset). Approx 11:00-23:00 UTC. Near equator, minimal seasonal variation. No night ops.

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +57 608 8397549
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: Secondary phone: +57 608 8360909. Aerocivil hotline: +57 1 8000112373

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: Yes
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: PPR may be required based on operation type (FAR 91/135). Contact Aerocivil regional.

Customs

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Phone: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: Not an airport of entry. Domestic flights only. No customs/immigration services available.

Fees

Landing Fee: COP 30,000 per 1,000 kg MTOW
Parking Fee: COP 15,000 per 1,000 kg per hour
Handling Mandatory: No
Currency: COP
Remarks: Fee details not publicly available. Contact Aerocivil or airport admin for current schedule.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-04-03
Remarks: No fuel available at airport (NO FUEL)

Immigration

Port of Entry: No
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: NOT a port of entry. Domestic airport in Pitalito, Huila. No immigration facilities.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: 23:00
Curfew End: 11:00
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: VFR only. No lighting — night ops not available. Curfew sunset to sunrise (~23:00-11:00 UTC). Elevation 4212 ft / 1284m AMSL in mountainous terrain (Huila). No METAR/TAF — nearest wx at SKFL (65 km).

Alternates

SKFL

ICAO: SKFL
Name: Gustavo Artunduaga Paredes Airport
Distance (NM): 35.1
Has IFR: No
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: N/A

SKPP

ICAO: SKPP
Name: Guillermo León Valencia Airport
Distance (NM): 47.6
Has IFR: No
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: N/A

SKPS

ICAO: SKPS
Name: Antonio Nariño Airport
Distance (NM): 77.4
Has IFR: No
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: International port of entry near Ecuador border. Migracion Colombia present. Cross-border traffic.

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Colombia Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Conditional
Overflight Lead Time: 3 business days (minimum 48 hours for short notice, case-by-case)
Landing Lead Time: 72 hours (official); 48 hours absolute minimum (short notice, case-by-case)

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require Aerocivil notification. Landing at designated international airports.

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Nearby Airports

SKGZ La Jagua Airport 29 NM SKFL Gustavo Artunduaga Paredes Airport 35 NM SKPP Guillermo León Valencia Airport 48 NM SKVG Villa Garzón Airport 61 NM SKPS Antonio Nariño Airport 77 NM SKCH El Pacífico Airport 81 NM SKSV Eduardo Falla Solano Airport 81 NM SKNV Benito Salas Airport 81 NM

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of SKPI?: Contador operates from 11:00 to 23:00.
What is the tower frequency at SKPI?: The tower frequency at Contador is 118.4 MHz.
What fuel is available at SKPI?: Contador offers Jet A-1.
Does SKPI require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Contador (Colombia).
Does SKPI require slots or PPR?: PPR is required at Contador.
Where is SKPI located?: Contador (SKPI) is located in Pitalito, Colombia.
What is the IATA code for SKPI?: The IATA code for Contador is PTX.
How long is the runway at SKPI?: The main runway at Contador (06/24) measures 4912 X 98.

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