Viña del Mar (Torquemada)

1South west side approach

Biggest issue here is the fact that the airfield is in a hilly and bushy terrain and a busy highway runs along the west side. Besides, the western and northern adjacent area is a military practice ground. The embankment offers views of the approach, you can reach this by taking the gravel track that starts just after the bend.

2South west side ramp

By taking the exit to the aero club and naval base, signposted just before a sharp left corner in the road, you will drive along the southern perimeter. Th civil ramp is within touching distance, which is significant as it is often used for engine runs by the naval aircraft. It also offers some distant views of military ramps, albeit with back light.

3Military Aero club

Proceed from spot 2 past the ramp on the gravel track to the military aero club. There is a pole and a sign stating it is government property. This track will take you opposite the navy's main ramp at a better angle and a bit closer than spot 2 too.

4Gateguards and ramp edge

The next exit off road 60 is the main gate. From there you can see most of the preserved aircraft parked on base between the buildings. You can also see the south westernmost tip of the ramp, potting a couple of PC-7s is usually possible.

5Approach runway 23 - cemetery

Continue morth past the main gate. The road will go up and down, bending right towards the east. There is a small signpost 'cemeterio' at the road leading to a cemetery. From the graveyard parking lot, distant views of runway 23 approach are possible. Only larger aircraft can be photographed with at least 400mm digital.