Kuakash Airfield

SEKH

Kuakash, EC

Last Updated
Apr 22, 21:00Z

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Currently using: SEMC
Weather Source: Coronel E Carvajal Airport (SEMC)
Distance: 31nm / 58km from SEKH

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 50 min ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
7 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
343 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SEMC 222100Z 30007KT 250V340 9999 VCSH SCT020TCU SCT026 BKN100 23/20 Q1013 RMK A2991

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,979 ft
SCT 2,000 ft AGL (TCU)
SCT 2,600 ft AGL
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
SCT (TCU)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,979 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,579 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,979 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kuakash Airfield is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 10,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 7 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 10000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 2,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 20°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
343 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
277 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,979 ft)
Pressure Alt
22,087 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 23,522 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +12.0°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EKH
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
1,443 ft 66 ft GRS
2.4 kt 6.6 kt
110° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Kuakash Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SEKH
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,979 ft MSL

Location

City: Kuakash
Country: EC
Latitude: -2.033081°
Longitude: -77.670886°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 1,443 ft
Width: 66 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

About Kuakash Airfield

Kuakash Airfield (SEKH) is located in Kuakash, EC at an elevation of 1,979 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (05/23), with the longest at 1,443 feet.

Airport Overview

Kuakash Airfield serves Kuakash 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 (05/23) with grs surface. The longest runway measures 1,443 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 SEKH, 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.