Maquehue Airport

SCTC / PZS

Temuco, CL

Last Updated
Apr 22, 12:00Z

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Currently using: SCQP
Weather Source: La Araucanía Airport (SCQP)
Distance: 10nm / 18km from SCTC

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 10 hours ago
12:00Z

🌙 Night
LIFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
3 kt
90°
10+ km
Visibility
400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SCQP 221200Z 09003KT 050V130 9999 BKN004 OVC041 10/10 Q1023

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 304 ft
BKN 400 ft AGL
OVC 4,100 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
704 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
4,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,404 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

LIFR

Maquehue Airport is currently reporting low IFR (LIFR) conditions with overcast skies at 4,100 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 10 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (90°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is very low at 400 feet AGL (broken), well below circling minimums at most airports.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 10°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: Fog. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Fog between 03:00Z and 13:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Current conditions require an instrument rating, IFR-equipped aircraft, and an IFR clearance. Check approach minimums carefully as conditions may be below CAT I ILS minimums. 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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Raw TAF
TAF SCQP 221601Z 2218/2318 27004KT 9999 BKN45 TX17/2218Z TN04/2310Z BECMG 2223/2301 VRB02KT CAVOK TEMPO 2303/2313 00000KT 0700 FG VV002 BECMG 2314/2316 27004KT BKN045
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:57Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
23:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: >10km
03:00Z TEMPO
+6h
LIFR
Visibility: 0.7 km
Ceiling: 200 ft
Fog

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CTC
06 ✈️
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
5,577 ft 147 ft ASP 67°
2.6 kt 1.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Maquehue Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SCTC
IATA Code: PZS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 304 ft MSL

Location

City: Temuco
Country: CL
Latitude: -38.766800°
Longitude: -72.637100°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 5,577 ft
Width: 147 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Maquehue Airport

Overview

Maquehue Airport serves the Temuco region in Chile, providing critical aviation infrastructure in southern Chile. Located at coordinates -38.766800, -72.637100, this medium-sized airport supports regional transportation and serves as an important regional connectivity point for the Araucanía area.

Flying Conditions

Situated at 304 feet mean sea level, Maquehue Airport experiences typical southern Chilean atmospheric conditions with potential variability. Pilots should anticipate regional weather patterns characteristic of the temperate maritime climate of southern Chile, which can include rapid meteorological changes.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (06/24) measuring 5,577 feet with an asphalt surface, suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations. Its geographic position in the Temuco area suggests potential terrain influences from nearby Andean foothills, which could impact local wind patterns and approach conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24 provides a primary landing surface aligned in a west-northwest to east-southeast orientation. Given the runway's length of 5,577 feet, the airport can accommodate a range of aircraft types, with approach considerations influenced by the surrounding regional topography and typical wind directions.

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.