Diversion — SCX8159

5MS5 · 03

2026-04-18 17:17 UTC· KSAT → 5MS5· SUN COUNTRY INC· B738

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SCX8159 (SUN Country) was operating from KSAT to KGPT (Gulfport Biloxi International Airport) on 2026-04-18. SkyMeter detected a diversion to Mint Julep Airpark (5MS5) on runway 03 at 17:17 UTC. Peak cruise altitude FL409, turnaround area near Bridge City, US. METAR at the time reported 4 kt wind, 2 kt crosswind component. Detection algorithm and known limitations: see SkyMeter methodology.

Pilot review data

  • Runway 03
  • 0 ft AGL at event
  • 120 kt ground speed
  • 0 fpm vertical
  • 4 kt wind
  • 2 kt crosswind component

Flight context

  • SCX8159
  • SUN Country
  • B738
  • KSAT → 5MS5
  • 2026-04-18 17:17 UTC
  • 5MS5 runway 03

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