Bishell's Airport

CGB2

Carstairs, CA

Last Updated
Jul 4, 05:00Z

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Currently using: CYYC
Weather Source: Calgary International Airport (CYYC)
Distance: 28nm / 52km from CGB2

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 50 min ago
05:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
2 kt
80°
15 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYYC 040500Z 08002KT 15SM FEW028CB FEW074 SCT230 16/10 A2999 RMK CB1AC1CI2 CB TR CB NE SLP150 DENSITY ALT 4600FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,400 ft
FEW 2,800 ft AGL (CB)
FEW 7,400 ft AGL
SCT 23,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,200 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
7,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,800 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
23,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
26,400 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Bishell's Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 23,000 feet and 15 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (80°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,800 ft (CB), few at 7,400 ft, scattered at 23,000 ft. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,800 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 21 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Mist, Light Showers Rain, Light Showers Rain, FCST. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 3 to 15 knots. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Mist between 09:00Z and 13:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 13:00Z and 15:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 18:00Z and 20:00Z.

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
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
903 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,400 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,318 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,254 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYYC 040242Z 0403/0424 11010KT P6SM FEW040 SCT070 BECMG 0404/0406 VRB03KT FM040900 VRB03KT P6SM SCT180 PROB30 0409/0413 2SM BR FM041300 22005KT P6SM FEW060 BKN100 TEMPO 0413/0415 P6SM -SHRA OVC060 FM041500 24006KT P6SM FEW060 FM041800 23010G20KT P6SM SCT060 TEMPO 0418/0420 BKN060 FM042000 22010G20KT P6SM FEW030 BKN050 TEMPO 0420/0424 VRB15G25KT P6SM -SHRA VCTS OVC030CB RMK NXT FCST BY 040600Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:49Z BASE
+0h
VFR 110° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
09:00Z FM040900
+4h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
09:00Z PROB30
+4h
IFR
Visibility: 2SM
Mist
13:00Z FM041300
+8h
VFR 220° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 10,000 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GB2
07 ✈️
25
16 ✈️
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
1,400 ft 65 ft TURF
2.0 kt 0.3 kt
10° angle
✈️ 16/34
Active: 16
2,700 ft 100 ft TURF
0.3 kt 2.0 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Bishell's Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CGB2
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,400 ft MSL

Location

City: Carstairs
Country: CA
Latitude: 51.582802°
Longitude: -114.052002°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 1,400 ft
Width: 65 ft
Surface: TURF
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 2,700 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: TURF
ILS: No

About Bishell's Airport

Bishell's Airport (CGB2) is located in Carstairs, CA at an elevation of 3,400 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (07/25, 16/34), with the longest at 2,700 feet.

Airport Overview

Bishell's Airport serves Carstairs in CA. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 2 runways (07/25, 16/34) with turf surface. The longest runway measures 2,700 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

Elevation Considerations

The field elevation of 3400 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 CGB2, 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.