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Weather Briefing
VFRSouth Caicos Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 72.7 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the east-southeast (120°) at 15 knots. Runway 11/29 is favored with a 15-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,500 ft (TCU), scattered at 5,000 ft. Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 1,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 27°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 remain MVFR throughout the forecast period.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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.
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Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
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6,335 ft | 98 ft | ASP | 98° |
↑ 14.8 kt
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↔ 2.6 kt
10° angle
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Overview
South Caicos Airport serves the island of South Caicos in the Turks and Caicos Islands, situated in the Caribbean region. Located at coordinates 21.515699, -71.528503, this medium-sized airport plays a critical role in regional transportation and connectivity for the island. With an elevation of 6 feet mean sea level, the airport provides essential infrastructure for air access to this remote island location.
Flying Conditions
The airport experiences typical Caribbean maritime weather patterns characterized by generally stable conditions. Being a low-elevation airport at just 6 ft MSL, pilots can expect minimal terrain-induced weather variations. Wind patterns likely influence runway 11/29 operations, which spans 6,335 feet with an asphalt surface, providing substantial landing and takeoff options.
Notable Features
South Caicos Airport's single runway (11/29) offers a long 6,335-foot asphalt surface suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations. The airport's low elevation and island location suggest potential crosswind and maritime wind conditions that pilots should carefully evaluate during approach and departure. Its geographic position in the Turks and Caicos archipelago means maritime environmental factors could influence local flying conditions.
Approach Considerations
Runway 11/29's extended length provides flexibility for various aircraft approach scenarios. Pilots should anticipate potential maritime wind influences given the island's coastal location. The airport's low elevation minimizes significant terrain-related approach challenges, but standard maritime airport vigilance regarding wind conditions remains essential for safe operations.
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