Maquehue Airport

SCTC / PZS

Temuco, CL

Last Updated
Apr 23, 05:00Z

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Currently using: SCQP
Weather Source: La Araucanía Airport (SCQP)
Distance: 10nm / 18km from SCTC

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 54 min ago
05:00Z

🌙 Night
LIFR
Flight Rules
3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
0 kt
1.2 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SCQP 230500Z 00000KT 1200 R01/1100V2000D BR SCT010 03/03 Q1024

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 304 ft
SCT 1,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,304 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

LIFR

Maquehue Airport is currently reporting low IFR (LIFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,000 feet and 1.2 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is severely reduced to 1.2 km, likely due to fog, mist, or precipitation. Special VFR or an IFR clearance may be required. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,000 ft.

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.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Fog. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Fog between 04:00Z and 14:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Current conditions require an instrument rating, IFR-equipped aircraft, and an IFR clearance. Check approach minimums carefully as conditions may be below CAT I ILS minimums. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SCQP 222201Z 2300/2324 VRB02KT 9999 FEW020 TN04/2310Z TX16/2318Z TEMPO 2304/2314 00000KT 0700 FG VV002 BECMG 2315/2317 27004KT BKN045
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:53Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
15:00Z BECMG
+10h
VFR 270° 4 kt
Ceiling: 4,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CTC
06
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 5,577 ft 147 ft ASP 67°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
67° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Maquehue Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SCTC
IATA Code: PZS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 304 ft MSL

Location

City: Temuco
Country: CL
Latitude: -38.766800°
Longitude: -72.637100°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 5,577 ft
Width: 147 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Maquehue Airport

Overview

Maquehue Airport serves the Temuco region in Chile, providing critical aviation infrastructure in southern Chile. Located at coordinates -38.766800, -72.637100, this medium-sized airport supports regional transportation and serves as an important regional connectivity point for the Araucanía area.

Flying Conditions

Situated at 304 feet mean sea level, Maquehue Airport experiences typical southern Chilean atmospheric conditions with potential variability. Pilots should anticipate regional weather patterns characteristic of the temperate maritime climate of southern Chile, which can include rapid meteorological changes.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (06/24) measuring 5,577 feet with an asphalt surface, suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations. Its geographic position in the Temuco area suggests potential terrain influences from nearby Andean foothills, which could impact local wind patterns and approach conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24 provides a primary landing surface aligned in a west-northwest to east-southeast orientation. Given the runway's length of 5,577 feet, the airport can accommodate a range of aircraft types, with approach considerations influenced by the surrounding regional topography and typical wind directions.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

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.