Anahim Lake Airport

CAJ4 / YAA

Anahim Lake, CA

Last Updated
Mar 5, 01:00Z

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Currently using: CYBD
Weather Source: Bella Coola Airport (CYBD)
Distance: 47nm / 88km from CAJ4

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 5 hours ago
01:00Z

🌅 Dawn
VFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
7 kt
280°
7 SM
Visibility
4,900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYBD 050100Z 28007KT 260V320 7SM -RA FEW024 SCT036 BKN049 BKN069 07/04 A2991 RMK SC1SC2SC3AC1 CU ASOCTD W LAST STFD OBS/NXT 051500Z SLP130

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,635 ft
FEW 2,400 ft AGL
SCT 3,600 ft AGL
BKN 4,900 ft AGL
BKN 6,900 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,035 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,235 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,535 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,535 ft AMSL
QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
892 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,635 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,643 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,555 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.7°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AJ4
06
24 ✈️
13
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
2,738 ft 100 ft GVL 81°
5.4 kt 4.5 kt
40° angle
13/31 3,930 ft 75 ft ASP 146°
4.9 kt 5.0 kt
134° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Anahim Lake Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CAJ4
IATA Code: YAA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,635 ft MSL

Location

City: Anahim Lake
Country: CA
Latitude: 52.451501°
Longitude: -125.303776°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 2,738 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 3,930 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

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About Anahim Lake Airport

Overview

Anahim Lake Airport (CAJ4) is a medium airport located in British Columbia, Canada, serving the Anahim Lake region at an elevation of 3,635 feet mean sea level. Positioned at coordinates 52.451501, -125.303776, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for this remote area of western Canada. Its strategic location supports various aviation needs in the challenging terrain of central British Columbia.

Flying Conditions

The airport's high elevation of 3,635 ft MSL significantly impacts atmospheric conditions and aircraft performance, requiring careful preflight planning and calculation. Two runways offer operational flexibility: Runway 06/24 with a gravel surface measuring 2,738 feet, and Runway 13/31 with an asphalt surface extending 3,930 feet. Pilots should anticipate potential wind variations and density altitude effects characteristic of this mountainous region.

Notable Features

Anahim Lake Airport features two distinct runway surfaces, providing adaptability for different aircraft types and operational requirements. The longer Runway 13/31 with its asphalt surface offers enhanced performance capabilities compared to the shorter gravel Runway 06/24. The surrounding terrain suggests a mountainous environment that demands heightened situational awareness and precise navigation techniques.

Approach Considerations

With runways oriented at 06/24 and 13/31, pilots have multiple approach options depending on wind conditions and aircraft capabilities. The substantial length difference between runways (2,738 ft vs 3,930 ft) provides operational flexibility for various aircraft categories. Careful attention to runway surface type and local terrain is essential for safe approach and landing procedures.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

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.