Chankuap Airstrip

SECK

Morona Santiago, EC

Last Updated
Apr 21, 23:00Z

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Currently using: SEMC
Weather Source: Coronel E Carvajal Airport (SEMC)
Distance: 40nm / 74km from SECK

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 10 hours ago
23:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
5 kt
20°
10+ km
Visibility
2,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
344 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SEMC 212300Z 02005KT 330V060 9999 TS VCSH FEW016CB BKN023 OVC090 22/20 Q1015 RMK A3000

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,499 ft
FEW 1,600 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 2,300 ft AGL
OVC 9,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,099 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,799 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,499 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Chankuap Airstrip is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 9,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 9.9 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 5 knots. Runway 30 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2300 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 1,600 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 20°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.

QNH
344 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
294 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,499 ft)
Pressure Alt
21,577 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 22,777 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +10.0°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ECK
12 ✈️
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
2,625 ft 82 ft Earth
0.9 kt 4.9 kt
100° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Chankuap Airstrip - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SECK
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,499 ft MSL

Location

City: Morona Santiago
Country: EC
Latitude: -2.240933°
Longitude: -77.459008°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 2,625 ft
Width: 82 ft
Surface: Earth
ILS: No

About Chankuap Airstrip

Chankuap Airstrip (SECK) is located in Morona Santiago, EC at an elevation of 1,499 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (12/30), with the longest at 2,625 feet.

Airport Overview

Chankuap Airstrip serves Morona Santiago in EC. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (12/30) with earth surface. The longest runway measures 2,625 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 SECK, 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.