Lourdes-de-Blanc-Sablon Airport

CYBX / YBX

Blanc-Sablon, CA

Last Updated
Feb 17, 04:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
04:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
-4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -5°C
3 kt
70°
15 SM
Visibility
6,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYBX 170400Z 07003KT 15SM -SN SCT027 OVC064 M04/M05 A3021 RMK SC4SC4 SLP236

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 121 ft
SCT 2,700 ft AGL
OVC 6,400 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,821 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
6,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,521 ft AMSL
QNH
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1019 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (121 ft)
Pressure Alt
-172 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -2,423 ft
ISA Deviation: -18.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYBX 170140Z 1702/1714 VRB03KT P6SM SCT006 OVC030 TEMPO 1702/1714 4SM -SN BR BKN006 OVC030 PROB30 1702/1713 2SM BR RMK NXT FCST BY 170800Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:06Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YBX
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
4,500 ft 150 ft ASP 27°
2.8 kt 1.0 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYBX

4,438 observations | Sep 2025 - Feb 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
59.9%
MVFR
25.9%
IFR
10.1%
LIFR
4.1%

Lourdes-de-Blanc-Sablon Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 59.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 14.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 12.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 44 knots. Temperature extremes range from -23°C to 16°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 5.7% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are February, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 12.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 44 kt
Calm Winds: 2.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.3%
NE
17.2%
E
12.6%
SE
3.3%
S
3.9%
SW
13.4%
W
26.3%
NW
7.3%

Temperature Range

Average: -0.3°C
Range: -23°C to 16°C
-23°C 16°C

Visibility

Average: 12.2 SM
Below 3 SM: 5.7%
Fog Frequency: 4%

Best Months for VFR

February October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.9 kt

Statistics computed from 4,438 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Feb 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Lourdes-de-Blanc-Sablon Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYBX
IATA Code: YBX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 121 ft MSL

Location

City: Blanc-Sablon
Country: CA
Latitude: 51.443600°
Longitude: -57.185299°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 4,500 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Lourdes-de-Blanc-Sablon Airport

Overview

Lourdes-de-Blanc-Sablon Airport serves the remote coastal region of Blanc-Sablon in eastern Canada. Located at 51.443600, -57.185299 with an elevation of 121 ft MSL, this medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for a geographically isolated area. The single runway (05/23) spans 4500 feet with an asphalt surface, supporting regional aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Lourdes-de-Blanc-Sablon demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) conditions prevailing 59.7% of the time. Pilots should anticipate moderate meteorological challenges, including MVFR conditions 26.2% of the time and occasional IFR/LIFR periods. Temperature ranges from -23°C to 16°C, with an average of 0.7°C, indicating potential for challenging winter operations.

Notable Features

The airport experiences predominantly westerly winds averaging 12.4 knots, with occasional gusts up to 44 knots. Visibility typically remains robust at 12.3 statute miles, though fog can reduce conditions in 4.7% of observations. The geographical location suggests potential for rapid weather changes typical of coastal maritime environments.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 offers favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of 6.1 knots. September, October, and December represent the most consistent months for visual flight conditions. Pilots should prepare for potential wind variations and be prepared to adapt to changing meteorological conditions characteristic of this coastal airport.

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

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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.