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IFRCañal Bajo Carlos Hott Siebert Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with overcast skies at 5,000 feet and 2.5 km visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south (170°) at 5 knots. Runway 15/33 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is reduced to 2.5 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. The ceiling is 5000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 3°C (37°F) with a dewpoint of 3°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 12 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Rain, Light Showers Rain.
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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
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6,398 ft | 118 ft | ASP | 155° |
↑ 4.7 kt
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↔ 1.7 kt
20° angle
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Weather Statistics - SCJO
4,154 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Cañal Bajo Carlos Hott Siebert Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 17.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 5.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 80 knots. Calm conditions occur 20% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, December, March.
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Statistics computed from 4,154 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Cañal Bajo Carlos Hott Siebert Airport - Airport Information
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About Cañal Bajo Carlos Hott Siebert Airport
Overview
Cañal Bajo Carlos Hott Siebert Airport serves Osorno, Chile, as a medium-sized regional airport located at 40.6°S latitude. Situated at 187 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for southern Chile's Los Lagos Region, supporting both commercial and general aviation operations.
Flying Conditions
The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 79.4% of observations showing clear flying weather. Seasonal variations show optimal VFR conditions in November, December, and January, with temperatures ranging from 0°C to 37°C and an average of 12.8°C. Wind patterns are consistently from the south at an average of 5.8 knots, with calm conditions occurring 17.7% of the time.
Notable Features
The single runway 15/33 is 6,398 feet long with an asphalted surface, oriented to take advantage of the prevailing southern wind patterns. Visibility is consistently good, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of reduced visibility, and fog occurs in only 3.6% of observations. The airport's geographic location suggests terrain considerations typical of southern Chilean coastal and volcanic regions.
Approach Considerations
Runway 15/33 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with wind conditions supporting operations 100% of the time and an average crosswind of just 3.1 knots. Pilots can expect predictable approach conditions, particularly during the summer months when VFR conditions are most stable. The low frequency of IFR (4.7%) and LIFR (4.3%) conditions suggests generally reliable visual approaches.
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.
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