Ricardo García Posada Airport

SCES / ESR

El Salvador, CL

Last Updated
Jun 10, 10:00Z

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Currently using: SCAT
Weather Source: Desierto de Atacama Airport (SCAT)
Distance: 79nm / 146km from SCES

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 4 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
6 kt
50°
--
Visibility
23,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SCAT 101000Z AUTO 05006KT //// R17/P2000N OVC230/// 13/09 Q1019

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 5,240 ft
OVC 23,000 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
23,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
28,240 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Ricardo García Posada Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 23,000 feet.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 6 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

The ceiling is 23000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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 SCAT 100441Z 1006/1106 18004KT 9999 OVC025 TN14/1013Z TX17/1018Z BECMG 1017/1019 24010KT CAVOK BECMG 1100/1102 14004KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:04Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 180° 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
17:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 240° 10 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CES
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
7,546 ft 98 ft ASP 88°
4.6 kt 3.9 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Ricardo García Posada Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SCES
IATA Code: ESR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5,240 ft MSL

Location

City: El Salvador
Country: CL
Latitude: -26.311100°
Longitude: -69.765198°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 7,546 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Ricardo García Posada Airport

Overview

Ricardo García Posada Airport serves the region in El Salvador, Chile, operating as a medium-sized airport situated at a significant elevation of 5240 ft mean sea level. Located at coordinates -26.311100, -69.765198, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure in this high-altitude desert environment.

Flying Conditions

The airport's high elevation at 5240 ft MSL indicates challenging atmospheric conditions that will impact aircraft performance, particularly during takeoff and landing. Pilots should anticipate reduced air density and corresponding changes in aircraft lift and engine efficiency, which are critical considerations at this altitude.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (09/27) with an asphalt surface measuring 7546 feet in length, providing substantial operational capacity for medium-sized aircraft. Its geographic position in the Chilean desert suggests potential for significant temperature variations and potential wind gradient effects that require careful navigation planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 offers a substantial 7546-foot asphalt surface, providing flexibility for approach and landing strategies. Given the airport's high-altitude desert location, pilots should prepare for potential rapid temperature and wind changes that could impact approach and landing performance 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

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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.