Bancroft Community Airport

CNW3

Bancroft, CA

Last Updated
May 15, 19:00Z

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Currently using: CYPQ
Weather Source: Peterborough Municipal Airport (CYPQ)
Distance: 55nm / 101km from CNW3

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 26 min ago
19:00Z

🌇 Dusk
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
8 kt
250° G15 kt
9 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYPQ 151900Z AUTO 25008G15KT 9SM CLR 20/04 A2994 RMK SLP144 DENSITY ALT 1400FT

Weather Briefing

VFR

Bancroft Community Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 8 knots with gusts to 15 knots. Runway 30 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component (gusting to 11 knots crosswind).

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 4°C, indicating very 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, 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
978 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,085 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,063 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,923 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYPQ 151347Z 1514/1602 31010KT P6SM SKC FM151800 29010KT P6SM FEW050 FM160000 22007KT P6SM FEW050 SCT160 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 152000Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:25Z BASE
+0h
VFR 310° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
00:00Z FM160000
+5h
VFR 220° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
FCST, FCST

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NW3
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
2,200 ft 40 ft SAND/GRVL
5.1 kt 6.1 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Bancroft Community Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CNW3
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,085 ft MSL

Location

City: Bancroft
Country: CA
Latitude: 45.072652°
Longitude: -77.880678°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 2,200 ft
Width: 40 ft
Surface: SAND/GRVL
ILS: No

About Bancroft Community Airport

Bancroft Community Airport (CNW3) is located in Bancroft, CA at an elevation of 1,085 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (12/30), with the longest at 2,200 feet.

Airport Overview

Bancroft Community Airport serves Bancroft in CA. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (12/30) with sand/grvl surface. The longest runway measures 2,200 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 CNW3, 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.