El Tapihue Airport

SCTW

Casablanca, CL

Last Updated
Jul 4, 17:00Z

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Currently using: SCVM
Weather Source: Viña del Mar Airport (SCVM)
Distance: 23nm / 43km from SCTW

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 47 min ago
17:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 1°C
6 kt
270°
10+ km
Visibility
2,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SCVM 041700Z 27006KT 210V320 9999 BKN025 12/01 Q1021

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 935 ft
BKN 2,500 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,435 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

El Tapihue Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (270°) at 6 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2500 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 1°C, indicating relatively dry 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.

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CTW
3
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 3/21
Active: 21
1,641 ft 49 ft GRV/GRASS
3.0 kt 5.2 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

El Tapihue Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SCTW
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 935 ft MSL

Location

City: Casablanca
Country: CL
Latitude: -33.320278°
Longitude: -71.336113°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 3/21
Length: 1,641 ft
Width: 49 ft
Surface: GRV/GRASS
ILS: No

About El Tapihue Airport

El Tapihue Airport (SCTW) is located in Casablanca, CL at an elevation of 935 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (3/21), with the longest at 1,641 feet.

Airport Overview

El Tapihue Airport serves Casablanca 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 (3/21) with grv/grass surface. The longest runway measures 1,641 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

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 SCTW, 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.