Aguas Blancas Airport

SCGU

Antofagasta, CL

Last Updated
Jul 4, 19:00Z

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Currently using: SCFA
Weather Source: Andrés Sabella Gálvez International Airport (SCFA)
Distance: 52nm / 97km from SCGU

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 39 min ago
19:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
16 kt
200°
10+ km
Visibility
1,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SCFA 041900Z 20016KT 9999 BKN014 16/12 Q1017 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,346 ft
BKN 1,400 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,746 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Aguas Blancas Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,400 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (200°) at 16 knots. Runway 13/31 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 15-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1400 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 12°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. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
905 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,346 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,234 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,157 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF SCFA 041647Z 0418/0518 20020KT 9999 SCT015 TX17/0418Z TN14/0510Z BECMG 0421/0423 BKN012 BECMG 0502/0504 20010KT BECMG 0513/0515 FEW015 SCT200
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:39Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 20 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
21:00Z BECMG
+2h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
02:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 200° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CGU
13
31 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
3,937 ft 59 ft GRV
5.5 kt 15.0 kt
110° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Aguas Blancas Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SCGU
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,346 ft MSL

Location

City: Antofagasta
Country: CL
Latitude: -24.123091°
Longitude: -69.845917°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 3,937 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: GRV
ILS: No

About Aguas Blancas Airport

Aguas Blancas Airport (SCGU) is located in Antofagasta, CL at an elevation of 3,346 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (13/31), with the longest at 3,937 feet.

Airport Overview

Aguas Blancas Airport serves Antofagasta in CL. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (13/31) with grv surface. The longest runway measures 3,937 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

The field elevation of 3346 feet requires attention to density altitude during warm weather operations.

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 SCGU, 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.