Belén Heliport

SELN

Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas, EC

Last Updated
May 14, 14:00Z

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Currently using: SELT
Weather Source: Cotopaxi International Airport (SELT)
Distance: 58nm / 107km from SELN

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 58 min ago
14:00Z
☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
4 kt
160°
10+ km
Visibility
2,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
350 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SELT 141400Z 16004KT 9999 BKN026 12/08 Q1033 RMK A3053

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,140 ft
BKN 2,600 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,740 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Belén Heliport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2600 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 8°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 remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 6 to 18 knots.

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
350 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
312 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,140 ft)
Pressure Alt
21,038 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 20,952 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: -0.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SELT 141100Z 1412/1512 15006KT 9999 SCT030 BECMG 1416/1418 18018KT BECMG 1500/1502 17008KT BKN030 BECMG 1504/1506 FEW015 BKN030 TX19/1419Z TN08/1511Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:57Z BASE
+0h
VFR 150° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
16:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 180° 18 kt
00:00Z BECMG
+10h
VFR 170° 8 kt
Ceiling: 3,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Belén Heliport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SELN
Type: heliport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,140 ft MSL

Location

City: Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas
Country: EC
Latitude: -0.241944°
Longitude: -79.312500°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway information not available

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
160°@4kt
Density Alt
1140ft, 12°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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Nearby Airports

SELT MVFR
Cotopaxi International Airport
58nm
107km
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58nm
107km
SEAM VFR
Chachoán Regional Airport
73nm
136km
SETN VFR
Carlos Concha Torres International Airport
76nm
140km
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Belén Heliport

Belén Heliport (SELN) is located in Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas, EC at an elevation of 1,140 feet MSL.

Airport Overview

Belén Heliport serves Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas in EC.

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 SELN, 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.

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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.