Birch Hills Airport

CJD3

Birch Hills, CA

Last Updated
Jul 17, 22:00Z

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

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
8 kt
310°
15 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYPA 172200Z 31008KT 260V350 15SM FEW055 SCT270 29/17 A2994 RMK CU1CI2 SLP142 DENSITY ALT 3400FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,500 ft
FEW 5,500 ft AGL
SCT 27,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
5,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,000 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
27,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
28,500 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Birch Hills Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 27,000 feet and 15 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 8 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 5,500 ft, scattered at 27,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 17°C, indicating relatively dry 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.

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
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
964 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,500 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,478 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,518 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +17.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYPA 171840Z 1719/1807 29005KT P6SM FEW060 RMK NXT FCST BY 180100Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:29Z BASE
+0h
VFR 290° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
FCST

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JD3
09 ✈️
27
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
2,660 ft 75 ft ASPHALT
6.1 kt 5.1 kt
140° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
1,800 ft 75 ft TURF
6.1 kt 5.1 kt
140° 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.