Robinson Crusoe Airport

SCIR

Isla Robinson Crusoe, CL

Last Updated
Apr 10, 22:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
8 kt
160°
10+ km
Visibility
3,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SCIR 102200Z 16008KT 9999 BKN030 17/10 Q1019

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 433 ft
BKN 3,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,433 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Robinson Crusoe Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1.6 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 8 knots. Runway 14/32 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SCIR 101040Z 1012/1024 18020KT 9999 BKN020 TX18/1019Z TN16/1012Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:34Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 180° 20 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CIR
14
32 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 32
2,822 ft 59 ft ASP
7.5 kt 2.7 kt
160° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SCIR

443 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
53.3%
MVFR
42.7%
IFR
2.3%
LIFR
1.8%

Robinson Crusoe Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 53.3% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 4.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 10.4 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 16.7°C (range: 11°C to 23°C). The best months for VFR flying are March, September, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 10.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 0.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.6%
NE
0.5%
E
3.8%
SE
34.3%
S
29.3%
SW
7%
W
6.5%
NW
14.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.7°C
Range: 11°C to 23°C
11°C 23°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.9%

Best Months for VFR

March September February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 443 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Robinson Crusoe Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SCIR
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 433 ft MSL

Location

City: Isla Robinson Crusoe
Country: CL
Latitude: -33.665001°
Longitude: -78.929703°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 2,822 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Robinson Crusoe Airport

Robinson Crusoe Airport (SCIR) is located in Isla Robinson Crusoe, CL at an elevation of 433 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (14/32), with the longest at 2,822 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 53.3% of the time based on 443 observations, SCIR requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 4.1% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at SCIR come from the SE (135°) with an average speed of 10.4 knots and recorded gusts up to 30 knots. Calm winds are rare (0.5%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 14/32 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.5 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are March, September, February, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from 11°C (52°F) to 23°C (73°F), averaging 16.7°C (62°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 10.14 to 10.25 inHg (343-347 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 443 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). 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.