Gamboa Airport

SCST / WCA

Castro, CL

Last Updated
May 14, 12:00Z

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Currently using: SCTN
Weather Source: Nuevo Chaitén Airport (SCTN)
Distance: 45nm / 83km from SCST

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 3 hours ago
12:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
1,900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SCTN 141200Z AUTO VRB02KT 9999 OVC019 03/03 Q1023

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 151 ft
OVC 1,900 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,051 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Gamboa Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 1,900 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 2.8 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1900 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 3°C (37°F) with a dewpoint of 3°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CST
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
15/33 3,281 ft 59 ft GRASS/PAD No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Gamboa Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SCST
IATA Code: WCA
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 151 ft MSL

Location

City: Castro
Country: CL
Latitude: -42.490299°
Longitude: -73.772797°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 3,281 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: GRASS/PAD
ILS: No

About Gamboa Airport

Gamboa Airport (SCST/WCA) is located in Castro, CL at an elevation of 151 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (15/33), with the longest at 3,281 feet.

Airport Overview

Gamboa Airport serves Castro 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 (15/33) with grass/pad surface. The longest runway measures 3,281 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

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 SCST, 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.