Los Chiles Airport

MRLC / LSL

Los Chiles, CR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 15:00Z

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Currently using: MRLB
Weather Source: Guanacaste Airport (MRLB)
Distance: 56nm / 104km from MRLC

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 39 min ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
3 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
12,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MRLB 221500Z VRB03KT 9999 FEW040 BKN120 29/21 A2994

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 131 ft
FEW 4,000 ft AGL
BKN 12,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,131 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
12,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,131 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Los Chiles Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 12,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 12000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 16:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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 MRLB 221135Z 2212/2312 07010KT 9999 FEW040 TX37/2220Z TN23/2311Z TEMPO 2212/2216 24005KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:38Z BASE
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VFR 70° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RLC
06
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 4,265 ft 49 ft ASP 60° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Los Chiles Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MRLC
IATA Code: LSL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 131 ft MSL

Location

City: Los Chiles
Country: CR
Latitude: 11.035300°
Longitude: -84.706100°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 4,265 ft
Width: 49 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Los Chiles Airport

Overview

Los Chiles Airport serves the northern region of Costa Rica near the Nicaraguan border, situated in the Los Chiles administrative district. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 131 feet mean sea level, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for the local area and regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

The airport's relatively low elevation suggests a tropical climate with potential for high humidity and variable wind conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential thermal activity and localized weather patterns typical of Central American coastal and inland transitional zones.

Notable Features

The single runway (06/24) is 4,265 feet long with an asphalt surface, accommodating medium-sized aircraft operations. Its geographic coordinates at 11.035300, -84.706100 indicate a location in a potentially challenging terrain environment with proximity to Nicaragua.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24 suggests potential wind variations that could influence approach and departure strategies. Pilots should carefully assess current meteorological conditions and prepare for potential crosswind scenarios given the runway's orientation and regional topographical characteristics.

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.