Aguas Blancas Airport

SCGU

Antofagasta, CL

Last Updated
May 14, 22:00Z

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Currently using: SCFA
Weather Source: Andrés Sabella Gálvez International Airport (SCFA)
Distance: 52nm / 97km from SCGU

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
12 kt
190°
10+ km
Visibility
1,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SCFA 142200Z 19012KT 9999 BKN017 16/12 Q1013 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,346 ft
BKN 1,700 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,046 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Aguas Blancas Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,700 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (190°) at 12 knots. Runway 13/31 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 10-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1700 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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

QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
901 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,346 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,354 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,277 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD SCFA 141628Z 1418/1518 20014KT 9999 FEW015 TX18/1418Z TN15/1510Z BECMG 1422/1500 BKN010 BECMG 1509/1511 36004KT FEW015 BECMG 1516/1518 20014KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:01Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 14 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
09:00Z BECMG
+10h
VFR 360° 4 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CGU
13
31 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
3,937 ft 59 ft GRV
6.0 kt 10.4 kt
120° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Aguas Blancas Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SCGU
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,346 ft MSL

Location

City: Antofagasta
Country: CL
Latitude: -24.123091°
Longitude: -69.845917°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 3,937 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: GRV
ILS: No

About Aguas Blancas Airport

Aguas Blancas Airport (SCGU) is located in Antofagasta, CL at an elevation of 3,346 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (13/31), with the longest at 3,937 feet.

Airport Overview

Aguas Blancas Airport serves Antofagasta in CL. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (13/31) with grv surface. The longest runway measures 3,937 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

The field elevation of 3346 feet requires attention to density altitude during warm weather operations.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from SCGU, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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.