Aerosanta Cruz Airport

SCUZ

Santa Cruz, CL

Last Updated
May 14, 17:00Z

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Currently using: SCRG
Weather Source: La Independencia Airport (SCRG)
Distance: 42nm / 77km from SCUZ

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 4 hours ago
17:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
5 kt
190°
10+ km
Visibility
20,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SCRG 141700Z 19005KT 9999 FEW150 BKN200 18/08 Q1016

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 502 ft
FEW 15,000 ft AGL
BKN 20,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
15,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
15,502 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
20,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
20,502 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Aerosanta Cruz Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 20,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 3.6 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (190°) at 5 knots. Runway 13/31 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 20000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 8°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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 SCRG 141022Z 1412/1424 VRB02KT 8000 SCT150 TX19/1419Z TN08/1412Z BECMG 1412/1414 CAVOK BECMG 1416/1418 19010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:35Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 8 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CUZ
13
31 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
2,149 ft 56 ft GRV
2.5 kt 4.3 kt
120° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Aerosanta Cruz Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SCUZ
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 502 ft MSL

Location

City: Santa Cruz
Country: CL
Latitude: -34.649166°
Longitude: -71.386108°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 2,149 ft
Width: 56 ft
Surface: GRV
ILS: No

About Aerosanta Cruz Airport

Aerosanta Cruz Airport (SCUZ) is located in Santa Cruz, CL at an elevation of 502 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (13/31), with the longest at 2,149 feet.

Airport Overview

Aerosanta Cruz Airport serves Santa Cruz 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 (13/31) with grv surface. The longest runway measures 2,149 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

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 SCUZ, 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.