Maquehue Airport — Temuco, Chile
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereMaquehue Airport in Temuco uses the IATA code PZS, with SCTC as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from PZS
Maquehue Airport
PZS refers to Maquehue Airport, which historically served Temuco, a major city in Chile's Araucanía region known as a gateway to Chile's Lake District and Mapuche indigenous heartland. Maquehue functioned as Temuco's airport for decades, handling domestic flights connecting southern Chile to Santiago, before commercial operations largely shifted to the newer La Araucanía Airport at Freire. The airfield also has military associations, having hosted Chilean Air Force units alongside civilian operations. Temuco itself is an important commercial and agricultural center in southern Chile, and PZS's legacy reflects the region's evolving aviation infrastructure as passenger demand grew beyond what the original airport could accommodate.
Runways at Maquehue Airport (PZS)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 5577 ft (1700 m) | 147 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Maquehue Airport (PZS)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | TEMUCO APP | 124.5 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.9 MHz |
| TWR | TEMUCO TWR | 118.5 MHz |
Airports near Maquehue Airport (PZS)
- La Araucanía International Airport (ZCO) — 17.7 km (11.0 mi)
- Victoria Airport (ZIC) — 63.2 km (39.3 mi)
- Pichoy Airport (ZAL) — 105.6 km (65.6 mi)
- Aviador C. Campos Airport (CPC) — 194.3 km (120.7 mi)
- Cañal Bajo Carlos Hott Siebert Airport (ZOS) — 208.3 km (129.4 mi)
- Zapala Airport (APZ) — 219.7 km (136.5 mi)
- Carriel Sur International Airport (CCP) — 224.9 km (139.7 mi)
- Gral. Bernardo O´Higgins Airport (YAI) — 248.7 km (154.5 mi)
PZS is Maquehue Airport near Temuco, Chile, now largely superseded by La Araucanía Airport. Searchers often want to know why PZS shows as inactive or historical for current Temuco flights.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Maquehue Airport?
The IATA code for Maquehue Airport is PZS.
What is the ICAO code for Maquehue Airport?
The ICAO code for Maquehue Airport is SCTC. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.