Calgary / Springbank Airport

CYBW

Calgary, CA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 23:13Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 40 min ago
23:13Z

🌙 Night
LIFR
Flight Rules
-5°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -6°C
8 kt
120°
5 SM
Visibility
400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1006 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI CYBW 042313Z AUTO 12008KT 5SM BR OVC004 M05/M06 A2970 RMK SLP118

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,940 ft
OVC 400 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,340 ft AMSL
QNH
1006 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
875 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,940 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,158 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,704 ft
ISA Deviation: -12.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF AMD CYBW 042006Z 0420/0505 13007KT 4SM BR OVC004 TEMPO 0420/0422 P6SM NSW BKN010 FM042200 15008KT P6SM FEW140 BKN200 TEMPO 0422/0501 BKN008 FM050100 VRB03KT P6SM FEW060 BKN140 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 050000Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:52Z BASE
+0h
LIFR 130° 7 kt
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 400 ft
Mist
01:00Z FM050100
+2h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 14,000 ft
FCST, FCST

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YBW
08 ✈️
26
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
3,423 ft 100 ft ASP 90°
6.1 kt 5.1 kt
40° angle
17/35 5,000 ft 98 ft ASP 181°
3.9 kt 7.0 kt
61° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYBW

6,660 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71.3%
MVFR
14.7%
IFR
7%
LIFR
7%

Calgary / Springbank Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 71.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 7.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 39 knots. Temperature extremes range from -33°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 6.1% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 39 kt
Calm Winds: 5.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.4%
NE
4.1%
E
9.7%
SE
10.8%
S
12.2%
SW
5.1%
W
16.6%
NW
22.9%

Temperature Range

Average: -5.1°C
Range: -33°C to 27°C
-33°C 27°C

Visibility

Average: 7.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 6.1%
Fog Frequency: 6.7%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt

Statistics computed from 6,660 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Calgary / Springbank Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYBW
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,940 ft MSL

Location

City: Calgary
Country: CA
Latitude: 51.103100°
Longitude: -114.374001°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 3,423 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Calgary / Springbank Airport

Overview

Calgary / Springbank Airport serves the western Canadian region near Calgary, Alberta, functioning as a medium-sized airport situated at 3940 feet above sea level. Located at coordinates 51.103100, -114.374001, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for general aviation, training, and regional operations in the Calgary metropolitan area.

Flying Conditions

Weather at Springbank Airport demonstrates significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions predominating at 70.4% of observations. Temperature ranges dramatically from -28°C to 27°C, with an average of -4.5°C, presenting potential challenges for aircraft performance and operations. Prevailing northwest winds at an average of 7.3 knots, occasionally reaching 39 knots, characterize the airport's wind environment.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 08/26 measuring 3423 feet and Runway 17/35 extending 5000 feet. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind (5 knots for 08/26, 4.1 knots for 17/35). Visibility averages 7.8 statute miles, with occasional reduced conditions including 6.4% of observations below 3 statute miles and 7% fog occurrence.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and January represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots should anticipate potential instrument meteorological conditions, with MVFR conditions occurring 14.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions comprising approximately 15.4% of observations. Wind and visibility considerations will be critical for safe approach and departure planning.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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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.