Carriel Sur Airport

SCIE / CCP

Concepcion, CL

Last Updated
Apr 24, 08:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 55 min ago
08:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
3 kt
120°
10+ km
Visibility
3,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SCIE 240800Z 12003KT 9999 OVC036 10/07 Q1022

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 26 ft
OVC 3,600 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,626 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Carriel Sur Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 3,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (120°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3600 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 7°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 narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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 COR SCIE 240555Z 2406/2506 18004KT 9999 FEW035 TX15/2418Z TN08/2410Z BECMG 2408/2410 9999 SCT010 BKN015 BECMG 2416/2418 23012KT SCT012 BKN200 BECMG 2501/2503 16004KT SCT020 BKN050
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:55Z BASE
+0h
VFR 180° 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
16:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR 230° 12 kt
Ceiling: 20,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CIE
02
20 ✈️
02R
20L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 20
8,530 ft 148 ft ASP 25°
0.5 kt 3.0 kt
80° angle
✈️ 02R/20L
Active: 20L
6,470 ft 98 ft ASP 25°
0.5 kt 3.0 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SCIE

5,146 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
69.8%
MVFR
14.7%
IFR
8.8%
LIFR
6.7%

Carriel Sur Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 69.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 15.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 8 knots. Temperatures typically range between 4°C and 28°C with an average of 15.1°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, December, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 2.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
1.3%
N
25.3%
S
12.5%
W
5.6%
NE
5.3%
NW
2.6%
SE
3.7%
SW
41.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 15.1°C
Range: 4°C to 28°C
4°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.4%

Best Months for VFR

October December November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt
Runway 02R/20L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt

Statistics computed from 5,146 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Carriel Sur Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SCIE
IATA Code: CCP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 26 ft MSL

Location

City: Concepcion
Country: CL
Latitude: -36.772701°
Longitude: -73.063103°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 8,530 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 02R/20L
Length: 6,470 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Carriel Sur Airport

Overview

Carriel Sur Airport serves Concepcion, Chile as a medium-sized airport situated near the Pacific coast at 26 feet above mean sea level. The airport provides critical regional aviation infrastructure with two asphalt runways capable of handling diverse aircraft operations. Its strategic location in central Chile makes it an important transportation hub for the Biobío Region.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly favorable Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 72.2% of observed weather patterns supporting clear flying. The airport experiences consistent southwestern winds averaging 8.4 knots, with temperatures ranging from 4°C to 27°C and an average of 15°C. October through December offer the most stable VFR conditions, presenting optimal flying opportunities for pilots.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways: 02/20 at 8,530 feet and 02R/20L at 6,470 feet, both constructed with asphalt surfaces. Both runways demonstrate identical wind characteristics, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of just 3.3 knots. The low elevation of 26 feet MSL and coastal coordinates suggest minimal terrain challenges for approach and departure.

Approach Considerations

Given the consistent southwestern prevailing winds at 225 degrees, pilots can anticipate predictable wind conditions for both runways. The airport's high visibility average of 10 statute miles and minimal fog occurrence (1.5%) supports reliable visual approaches. Both runways offer reliable landing surfaces with low crosswind interference, providing flexibility in operational planning.

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.