SCTN Nuevo Chaitén Airport – Handling, Permits & Dispatch

Flight Support Services at SCTN

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Nuevo Chaitén Airport (SCTN / WCH) in Chaitén, Chile, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

SCTN is listed in our network as a regional airport with low traffic. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – Chile

Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Chile.

Applicable permit lead times for Chile are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.

For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Chile are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at SCTN

Direct FBO and handler coordination at SCTN covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.

Fuel Planning for SCTN

No fuel supply is recorded at Nuevo Chaitén Airport. Our OCC confirms current availability directly with the airport and plans fuel uplift at an alternate station where required.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to SCTN

Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring.

Planning reference for SCTN: 42° 46′ 55″ S 72° 50′ 6″ W; elevation 95 ft; local time UTC-4.

Crew & Passenger Services in Chaitén

Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Chaitén.

Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at SCTN.

Cargo Operations at SCTN

Support for freighter operations into SCTN covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.

Frequently Asked Questions – SCTN

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Nuevo Chaitén Airport?

The ICAO code is SCTN and the IATA code is WCH.

Is Jet A1 available at SCTN?

No fuel supply is recorded at Nuevo Chaitén Airport; our OCC confirms availability directly with the airport and plans uplift at an alternate station where required.

What time zone does SCTN operate in?

Nuevo Chaitén Airport operates on UTC-4.

How do I request ground handling or a permit for SCTN?

Send your aircraft, schedule, and requirements to occ@thenetworkplan.com. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for SCTN.

Nuevo Chaitén Airport