Los Chiles Airport

MRLC / LSL

Los Chiles, CR

Last Updated
May 14, 23:00Z

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Currently using: MRLB
Weather Source: Guanacaste Airport (MRLB)
Distance: 56nm / 104km from MRLC

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
33°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
12 kt
90°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MRLB 142300Z 09012KT 9999 FEW045 SCT100 33/21 A2977

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 131 ft
FEW 4,500 ft AGL
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,631 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,131 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Los Chiles Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 10,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (90°) at 12 knots. Runway 06/24 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,500 ft, scattered at 10,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 33°C (91°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C, indicating relatively dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

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 4 to 16 knots. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 09:00Z and 15:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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 MRLB 141744Z 1418/1518 09015KT CAVOK TX37/1420Z TN23/1511Z BECMG 1502/1504 14005KT TEMPO 1509/1515 25004KT BECMG 1516/1518 08016KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:28Z BASE
+0h
VFR 90° 15 kt
Visibility: >10km
02:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 140° 5 kt
09:00Z TEMPO
+10h
VFR 250° 4 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RLC
06 ✈️
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
4,265 ft 49 ft ASP 60°
10.4 kt 6.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Los Chiles Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MRLC
IATA Code: LSL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 131 ft MSL

Location

City: Los Chiles
Country: CR
Latitude: 11.035300°
Longitude: -84.706100°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 4,265 ft
Width: 49 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Los Chiles Airport

Overview

Los Chiles Airport serves the northern region of Costa Rica near the Nicaraguan border, situated in the Los Chiles administrative district. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 131 feet mean sea level, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for the local area and regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

The airport's relatively low elevation suggests a tropical climate with potential for high humidity and variable wind conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential thermal activity and localized weather patterns typical of Central American coastal and inland transitional zones.

Notable Features

The single runway (06/24) is 4,265 feet long with an asphalt surface, accommodating medium-sized aircraft operations. Its geographic coordinates at 11.035300, -84.706100 indicate a location in a potentially challenging terrain environment with proximity to Nicaragua.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24 suggests potential wind variations that could influence approach and departure strategies. Pilots should carefully assess current meteorological conditions and prepare for potential crosswind scenarios given the runway's orientation and regional topographical characteristics.

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.