Birch Hills Airport

CJD3

Birch Hills, CA

Last Updated
Jun 2, 15:00Z

No METAR Available for CJD3

Showing weather from nearby airport with METAR data.

Currently using: CYPA
Weather Source: Prince Albert Glass Field (CYPA)
Distance: 16nm / 29km from CJD3

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
15 kt
90° G22 kt
15 SM
Visibility
20,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYPA 021500Z 09015G22KT 15SM FEW100 FEW180 BKN200 18/09 A3009 RMK AC1AC1CI4 SLP196 DENSITY ALT 1900FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,500 ft
FEW 10,000 ft AGL
FEW 18,000 ft AGL
BKN 20,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,500 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
18,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
19,500 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
20,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
21,500 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Birch Hills Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 20,000 feet and 15 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (90°) at 15 knots with gusts to 22 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 15-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. The ceiling is 20000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, FCST. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, FCST between 17:00Z and 01:00Z.

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
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
969 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,500 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,328 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,048 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

View Full TAF
Raw TAF
TAF CYPA 021240Z 0213/0301 07006KT P6SM FEW100 SCT180 BECMG 0213/0215 10012KT FM021700 13015G25KT P6SM BKN040 TEMPO 0217/0301 P6SM -SHRA VCTS OVC040CB RMK NXT FCST BY 021900Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:03Z BASE
+0h
VFR 70° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
17:00Z FM021700
+1h
VFR 130° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
17:00Z TEMPO
+1h
MVFR
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
Light Showers Rain, FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

Loading weather data...
Data Sources
  • • Current conditions from METAR observations
  • • Historical data from past 24 hours
  • • No forecast or predicted data included
  • • Data updated with each new METAR report
Chart Features
  • • Hover for exact values and timestamps
  • • Click legend items to toggle data series
  • • Zoom and pan for detailed analysis
  • • Units automatically converted to preferences
Note: Future values beyond current TAF validity are estimates based on climatological data and trends. Always verify with current forecasts before flight operations.

Airport Runway Layout

N
JD3
09
27 ✈️
17
35 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
2,660 ft 75 ft ASPHALT
15.0 kt 0.0 kt
180° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
1,800 ft 75 ft TURF
2.6 kt 14.8 kt
100° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Birch Hills Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CJD3
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,500 ft MSL

Location

City: Birch Hills
Country: CA
Latitude: 52.990799°
Longitude: -105.445000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 2,660 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASPHALT
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 1,800 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: TURF
ILS: No

About Birch Hills Airport

Birch Hills Airport (CJD3) is located in Birch Hills, CA at an elevation of 1,500 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (09/27, 17/35), with the longest at 2,660 feet.

Airport Overview

Birch Hills Airport serves Birch Hills 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 (09/27, 17/35) with asphalt and turf surfaces. The longest runway measures 2,660 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

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 CJD3, 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.