Douglas Lake Airport

CAL3 / DGF

Douglas Lake, CA

Last Updated
May 14, 15:00Z

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Currently using: CYLW
Weather Source: Kelowna International Airport (CYLW)
Distance: 33nm / 61km from CAL3

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 22 min ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
6 kt
180°
9 SM
Visibility
9,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYLW 141500Z AUTO 18006KT 170V230 9SM FEW066 OVC095 13/03 A2997 RMK SLP153

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,770 ft
FEW 6,600 ft AGL
OVC 9,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
6,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,370 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
9,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,270 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Douglas Lake Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 9,500 feet and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (180°) at 6 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. The ceiling is 9500 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 3°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: FCST, FCST. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 13:00Z and 17:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
923 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,770 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,718 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,143 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYLW 141240Z 1413/1501 20010G20KT P6SM SCT060 BKN100 TEMPO 1413/1417 BKN050 FM141700 19012G22KT P6SM SCT070 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 141900Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:22Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
17:00Z FM141700
+2h
VFR 190° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
FCST, FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AL3
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
4,600 ft 40 ft ASP 100°
1.0 kt 5.9 kt
100° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Douglas Lake Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CAL3
IATA Code: DGF
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,770 ft MSL

Location

City: Douglas Lake
Country: CA
Latitude: 50.165460°
Longitude: -120.171273°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 4,600 ft
Width: 40 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Douglas Lake Airport

Douglas Lake Airport (CAL3/DGF) is located in Douglas Lake, CA at an elevation of 2,770 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (08/26), with the longest at 4,600 feet.

Airport Overview

Douglas Lake Airport serves Douglas Lake 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 (08/26) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 4,600 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

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 CAL3, 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.