Agro 1 Airstrip

CAG4

Vulcan, CA

Last Updated
May 15, 18:04Z

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Currently using: CYQL
Weather Source: Lethbridge County Airport (CYQL)
Distance: 45nm / 83km from CAG4

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 36 min ago
18:04Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
16 kt
240° G27 kt
60 SM
Visibility
6,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI CYQL 151804Z 24016G27KT 220V300 60SM -SHRA BKN060 BKN250 13/M01 A2981 RMK CU6CI1 SLP105 DENSITY ALT 3700FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,399 ft
BKN 6,000 ft AGL
BKN 25,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,399 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
28,399 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Agro 1 Airstrip is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 6,000 feet and 60 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 16 knots with gusts to 27 knots. Runway 17/35 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 15-knot crosswind component (gusting to 25 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 60 SM. The ceiling is 6000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of -1°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, FCST. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 18:00Z and 23:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
896 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,399 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,527 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,103 ft
ISA Deviation: +4.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYQL 151741Z 1518/1606 28015G25KT P6SM BKN080 TEMPO 1518/1523 P6SM -SHRA VCTS BKN060CB FM152300 25020G30KT P6SM FEW080 RMK NXT FCST BY 160000Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:39Z BASE
+0h
VFR 280° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
23:00Z FM152300
+5h
VFR 250° 20 kt
Visibility: >6SM
FCST

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AG4
17
35 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
4,000 ft 100 ft GRS
5.5 kt 15.0 kt
110° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Agro 1 Airstrip - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CAG4
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,399 ft MSL

Location

City: Vulcan
Country: CA
Latitude: 50.317500°
Longitude: -113.257778°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 4,000 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

About Agro 1 Airstrip

Agro 1 Airstrip (CAG4) is located in Vulcan, CA at an elevation of 3,399 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (17/35), with the longest at 4,000 feet.

Airport Overview

Agro 1 Airstrip serves Vulcan in CA. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (17/35) with grs surface. The longest runway measures 4,000 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

The field elevation of 3399 feet requires attention to density altitude during warm weather operations.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check appropriate aeronautical charts for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from CAG4, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.