El Buitre Airport

SCAE

Arica, CL

Last Updated
Jul 4, 07:00Z

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Currently using: SCAR
Weather Source: Chacalluta Airport (SCAR)
Distance: 10nm / 19km from SCAE

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
07:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
5 kt
210°
10+ km
Visibility
2,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SCAR 040700Z 21005KT 9999 BKN023 18/15 Q1017

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 328 ft
BKN 2,300 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,628 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

El Buitre Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (210°) at 5 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2300 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 15°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

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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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Raw TAF
TAF SCAR 040423Z 0406/0506 21004KT 9999 OVC020 TN18/0410Z TX20/0418Z BECMG 0412/0414 CAVOK BECMG 0414/0416 21014KT BECMG 0420/0422 BKN020 BECMG 0423/0501 15004KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:25Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 210° 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
12:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR
Visibility: >10km
14:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 210° 14 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CAE
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
3,937 ft 98 ft ASP
2.5 kt 4.3 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

El Buitre Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SCAE
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 328 ft MSL

Location

City: Arica
Country: CL
Latitude: -18.508938°
Longitude: -70.290707°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 3,937 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About El Buitre Airport

El Buitre Airport (SCAE) is located in Arica, CL at an elevation of 328 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (09/27), with the longest at 3,937 feet.

Airport Overview

El Buitre Airport serves Arica in CL. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (09/27) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 3,937 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

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 SCAE, 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.

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.