Region III: South America

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Chile - Puyehue-Cordon Caulle Volcanic Chain Eruption: June 8, 2011
On Saturday, June 4, 2011, a volcano from the Puyehue-Cordon Caulle volcanic chain began to erupt. This chain is located about 575 miles south of the capital, Santiago. Winds fanned the ash toward the east therefore most of the airspace within central Argentina (from the Andes chain to the Atlantic Ocean) has been severely affected due to the ash clouds, which is understood to have reached an altitude of 12000 meters. There have been known airport closures and flight cancellations in Argentina and Buenos Aires. For more information, view the report by NBAA/IOC SAM Regional Lead, Pablo Peñalva.
Health Concerns in Argentina & Other Areas of South America: April 29, 2009
Operators traveling to area of South America, particularly Argentina, will need to be aware of some recent health concerns in the region. These concerns center around outbreaks of Dengue Fever and Yellow Fever in several areas. More information
Chile - Chaitén Volcano: April 29, 2009
The Chaitén Volcano, situated in southern Chile, is currently considered to be active and should be monitored by operators flying into that region. The airport closest to the volcano is Chaitén (SCTN). NBAA/IOC SAM Regional Lead, Pablo Peñalva, has provided a report that can be viewed here.