Ricardo García Posada Airport

SCES / ESR

El Salvador, CL

Last Updated
Apr 22, 12:00Z

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

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 56 min ago
12:00Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
10 kt
360°
--
Visibility
500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SCAT 221200Z AUTO 36010KT //// R17/P2000N OVC005/// 14/12 Q1018

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 5,240 ft
OVC 500 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,740 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Ricardo García Posada Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with overcast skies at 500 feet.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (360°) at 10 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 0-knot headwind and 10-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

The ceiling is 500 feet AGL (overcast). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Mist. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 04:00Z and 10:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SCAT 221000Z 2212/2312 02010KT 8000 OVC005 TN13/2213Z TX19/2218Z BECMG 2217/2219 26010KT CAVOK BECMG 2302/2304 22004KT OVC012 TEMPO 2304/2310 5000 BR OVC005
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:56Z BASE
+0h
IFR 20° 10 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 500 ft
17:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR 260° 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°
0.0 kt 10.0 kt
90° 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.