Nuevo Chaitén Airport (WCH)
Nuevo Chaitén Airport is a medium airport in Chaitén, Chile. It has IATA code WCH and ICAO code SCTN.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| IATA code | WCH |
| ICAO code | SCTN |
| Airport name | Nuevo Chaitén Airport |
| Type | medium airport |
| City / municipality | Chaitén |
| Country | Chile |
| Region | Los Lagos Region |
| Coordinates | -42.781943, -72.834999 |
| Elevation | 95 ft |
| Scheduled service | No |
Runways
| Length | Length (m) | Surface | Lighted | Designator |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3937 ft | 1,199 m | ASP | Yes | 01 |
Location
Nuevo Chaitén Airport sits at latitude -42.781943, longitude -72.834999 at an elevation of 95 ft in Los Lagos Region, Chile. The coordinates above can be pasted directly into a map service.
Nearby airports
WCA — Gamboa Airport 83 km · CastroMHC — Mocopulli Airport 87 km · DalcahueFFU — Futaleufú Airport 92 km · FutaleufuWAP — Alto Palena Airport 124 km · PalenaZUD — Pupelde Airport 126 km · AncudEQS — Esquel Brigadier Antonio Parodi International Airport 139 km · EsquelEHL — El Bolsón Airfield 142 km · El BolsónPMC — El Tepual International Airport 150 km · Puerto Montt
Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Nuevo Chaitén Airport?
Nuevo Chaitén Airport uses IATA code WCH and ICAO code SCTN.
Where is Nuevo Chaitén Airport?
Nuevo Chaitén Airport is located in Chaitén, Chile, at -42.781943, -72.834999.
What is the difference between IATA and ICAO codes?
IATA codes are the three-letter passenger-facing codes printed on tickets; ICAO codes are the four-letter codes used for flight planning and air traffic control.