Bella Bella (Campbell Island) Airport

CBBC / ZEL

Bella Bella, CA

Last Updated
Jul 4, 09:21Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 4 min ago
09:21Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
6 kt
150°
3 SM
Visibility
800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI CBBC 040921Z AUTO 15006KT 3SM -RA BR BKN008 OVC013 11/11 A3003 RMK SLP172

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 141 ft
BKN 800 ft AGL
OVC 1,300 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
941 ft AMSL
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OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,441 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Bella Bella (Campbell Island) Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with overcast skies at 1,300 feet and 3 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (150°) at 6 knots. Runway 13/31 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 3 SM, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 800 feet AGL (broken). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 1 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Mist, FCST, FCST. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, Mist, FCST, FCST between 04:00Z and 05:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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

QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1012 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (141 ft)
Pressure Alt
29 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -417 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF AMD CBBC 040417Z 0404/0405 18005KT P6SM SCT020 BKN040 TEMPO 0404/0405 5SM -SHRA BR SCT008 BKN020 OVC040 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 041300Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:25Z BASE
+0h
VFR 180° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BBC
13 ✈️
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
3,700 ft 75 ft ASP 151°
5.6 kt 2.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CBBC

16,937 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
42%
MVFR
41%
IFR
12.4%
LIFR
4.6%

Bella Bella (Campbell Island) Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 42% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 17% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 5.9 knots. Calm conditions occur 15.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -10°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, April, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 5.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 15.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
2.8%
N
3.3%
S
34.6%
W
6.4%
NE
0.8%
NW
10%
SE
19.7%
SW
6.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.5°C
Range: -10°C to 28°C
-10°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 7.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.7%
Fog Frequency: 1%

Best Months for VFR

July April October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 16,937 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bella Bella (Campbell Island) Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CBBC
IATA Code: ZEL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 141 ft MSL

Location

City: Bella Bella
Country: CA
Latitude: 52.185001°
Longitude: -128.156994°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+9

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 3,700 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Bella Bella (Campbell Island) Airport

Overview

Bella Bella (Campbell Island) Airport serves the coastal community of Bella Bella in British Columbia, Canada, located at coordinates 52.185001, -128.156994. As a medium airport situated at 141 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for the region's remote coastal area. The airport features a single asphalt runway (13/31) measuring 3,700 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Bella Bella Airport demonstrate significant variability, with 42.4% of observations classified as Marginal VFR and 39.7% as clear VFR conditions. Temperature ranges from -10°C to 26°C, with an average of 6.5°C, presenting potential seasonal challenges for pilots. Wind patterns are predominantly from the south (180°) at an average of 6.4 knots, with occasional gusts up to 29 knots and calm periods occurring 15.6% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's coastal location suggests potential for rapidly changing meteorological conditions typical of British Columbia's marine environment. Terrain surrounding the airport likely includes coastal landscape with potential for localized wind shear and visibility restrictions. The single runway (13/31) is oriented to maximize wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions present 100% of the time and an average crosswind of just 3.3 knots.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate variable visibility conditions, with an average visibility of 7.2 statute miles and occasional periods below 3 miles occurring 2.8% of the time. Fog is relatively uncommon, appearing in only 1% of observations. October, November, and January represent the best months for consistently favorable VFR conditions, providing optimal flying windows for pilots navigating to or from Bella Bella Airport.

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

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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.