Victoria Airport

SCTO / ZIC

Victoria, CL

Last Updated
Apr 23, 05:00Z

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Currently using: SCQP
Weather Source: La Araucanía Airport (SCQP)
Distance: 43nm / 80km from SCTO

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 40 min ago
05:00Z

🌙 Night
LIFR
Flight Rules
3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
0 kt
1.2 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SCQP 230500Z 00000KT 1200 R01/1100V2000D BR SCT010 03/03 Q1024

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,148 ft
SCT 1,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,148 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

LIFR

Victoria Airport is currently reporting low IFR (LIFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,000 feet and 1.2 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is severely reduced to 1.2 km, likely due to fog, mist, or precipitation. Special VFR or an IFR clearance may be required. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,000 ft.

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 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 04:00Z and 14:00Z.

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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TAF SCQP 222201Z 2300/2324 VRB02KT 9999 FEW020 TN04/2310Z TX16/2318Z TEMPO 2304/2314 00000KT 0700 FG VV002 BECMG 2315/2317 27004KT BKN045
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:39Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
15:00Z BECMG
+10h
VFR 270° 4 kt
Ceiling: 4,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CTO
01
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 3,478 ft 59 ft ASP 18°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
18° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Victoria Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SCTO
IATA Code: ZIC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,148 ft MSL

Location

City: Victoria
Country: CL
Latitude: -38.245602°
Longitude: -72.348602°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 3,478 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Victoria Airport

Overview

Victoria Airport serves the regional transportation needs in Chile's south-central area, located at coordinates -38.245602, -72.348602. As a medium-sized airport situated at an elevation of 1148 feet mean sea level, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Victoria municipal region.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation of 1148 ft MSL suggests a moderate terrain environment that can experience variable weather conditions typical of southern Chile's climate. Pilots should anticipate potential wind and visibility variations due to the airport's geographic positioning in a transitional landscape.

Notable Features

Victoria Airport features a single runway (01/19) measuring 3,478 feet long with an asphalt surface. The runway's orientation suggests potential crosswind considerations during approach and departure, with specific wind patterns influenced by the surrounding topographical features.

Approach Considerations

Approaches to runway 01/19 will require careful attention to the 3,478-foot asphalt surface, which provides moderate operational capabilities for aircraft compatible with its length. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and wind assessments prior to approach, paying particular attention to potential crosswind components given the runway's alignment.

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.