Airdrie Aerodrome

CEF4

Airdrie, CA

Last Updated
May 14, 21:00Z

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Currently using: CYYC
Weather Source: Calgary International Airport (CYYC)
Distance: 9nm / 17km from CEF4

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 37 min ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -5°C
15 kt
300° G37 kt
40 SM
Visibility
9,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1002 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYYC 142100Z 30015G37KT 40SM BKN092 19/M05 A2958 RMK AC7 ACC ASOCTD / DIST SH E-SE SLP021 DENSITY ALT 5300FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,648 ft
BKN 9,200 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
9,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,848 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Airdrie Aerodrome is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 9,200 feet and 40 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 15 knots with gusts to 37 knots. The significant gust spread of 22 knots may cause challenging turbulence on approach. Runway 30 is favored with a 15-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component. These are strong winds that may exceed crosswind limits for light aircraft.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 40 SM. The ceiling is 9200 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of -5°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 21 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: FCST. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 21:00Z and 02:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. Gusty conditions may exceed demonstrated crosswind components for many general aviation aircraft. Check your aircraft's limitations.

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

QNH
1002 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
880 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,648 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,986 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 5,342 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYYC 142040Z 1421/1518 28020G30KT P6SM BKN090 TEMPO 1421/1502 SCT090 BECMG 1422/1424 27015G25KT FM150200 27012G22KT P6SM SKC BECMG 1505/1507 27010KT FM151500 30010KT P6SM BKN100 RMK NXT FCST BY 150000Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:36Z BASE
+0h
VFR 280° 20 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 9,000 ft
22:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 270° 15 kt
02:00Z FM150200
+5h
VFR 270° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
05:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR 270° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EF4
04
22
10
28 ✈️
12
30
16
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 2,914 ft 100 ft GVL 60°
7.5 kt 13.0 kt
120° angle
✈️ 10/28
Active: 28
2,926 ft 100 ft ASP 117°
14.1 kt 5.1 kt
20° angle
12/30 5,000 ft 100 ft ASP 137°
14.3 kt 4.4 kt
163° angle
16/34 2,918 ft 100 ft GVL 179°
7.7 kt 12.9 kt
121° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Airdrie Aerodrome - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CEF4
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,648 ft MSL

Location

City: Airdrie
Country: CA
Latitude: 51.263901°
Longitude: -113.933998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 2,914 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No
Runway 10/28
Length: 2,926 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 2,918 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No

About Airdrie Aerodrome

Airdrie Aerodrome (CEF4) is located in Airdrie, CA at an elevation of 3,648 feet MSL. The airport has 4 runways (04/22, 10/28, 12/30, 16/34), with the longest at 5,000 feet.

Airport Overview

Airdrie Aerodrome serves Airdrie in CA. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 4 runways (04/22, 10/28, 12/30, 16/34) with gvl and asp surfaces. The longest runway measures 5,000 feet, accommodating most general aviation and regional aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

The field elevation of 3648 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 CEF4, 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.