Ricardo García Posada Airport

SCES / ESR

El Salvador, CL

Last Updated
May 14, 12:00Z

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Currently using: SCAT
Weather Source: Desierto de Atacama Airport (SCAT)
Distance: 79nm / 146km from SCES

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
12:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
1,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SCAT 141200Z COR VRB02KT 9999 SCT006 OVC012 12/10 Q1015

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 5,240 ft
SCT 600 ft AGL
OVC 1,200 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,840 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,440 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Ricardo García Posada Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 1,200 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1200 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 10°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. 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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TAF SCAT 141041Z 1412/1512 24004KT 9999 OVC015 TN13/1413Z TX17/1418Z BECMG 1416/1418 24012KT FEW020 BECMG 1422/1500 24004KT OVC010 BECMG 1504/1506 14010KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:29Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 240° 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
16:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR 240° 12 kt
22:00Z BECMG
+10h
MVFR 240° 4 kt
Ceiling: 1,000 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CES
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 7,546 ft 98 ft ASP 88° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Ricardo García Posada Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SCES
IATA Code: ESR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5,240 ft MSL

Location

City: El Salvador
Country: CL
Latitude: -26.311100°
Longitude: -69.765198°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 7,546 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Ricardo García Posada Airport

Overview

Ricardo García Posada Airport serves the region in El Salvador, Chile, operating as a medium-sized airport situated at a significant elevation of 5240 ft mean sea level. Located at coordinates -26.311100, -69.765198, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure in this high-altitude desert environment.

Flying Conditions

The airport's high elevation at 5240 ft MSL indicates challenging atmospheric conditions that will impact aircraft performance, particularly during takeoff and landing. Pilots should anticipate reduced air density and corresponding changes in aircraft lift and engine efficiency, which are critical considerations at this altitude.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (09/27) with an asphalt surface measuring 7546 feet in length, providing substantial operational capacity for medium-sized aircraft. Its geographic position in the Chilean desert suggests potential for significant temperature variations and potential wind gradient effects that require careful navigation planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 offers a substantial 7546-foot asphalt surface, providing flexibility for approach and landing strategies. Given the airport's high-altitude desert location, pilots should prepare for potential rapid temperature and wind changes that could impact approach and landing performance 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

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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.