Charlo Airport

CYCL / YCL

Charlo, CA

Last Updated
Apr 23, 06:00Z

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Currently using: CZBF
Weather Source: Bathurst Airport (CZBF)
Distance: 32nm / 60km from CYCL

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 11 min ago
06:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
-1°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -4°C
0 kt
9 SM
Visibility
5,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CZBF 230600Z AUTO 00000KT 9SM SCT047 BKN055 OVC073 M01/M04 A2997 RMK SLP153

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 132 ft
SCT 4,700 ft AGL
BKN 5,500 ft AGL
OVC 7,300 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,832 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,632 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
7,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,432 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Charlo Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 7,300 feet and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. The ceiling is 5500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is -1°C (30°F) with a dewpoint of -4°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods. Temperatures are at or below freezing. Check for icing conditions and ensure aircraft anti-ice/de-ice systems are operational if required.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 7 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: FCST, FCST.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1011 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (132 ft)
Pressure Alt
80 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,808 ft
ISA Deviation: -15.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CZBF 221940Z 2220/2303 03007KT P6SM SCT060 SCT120 FM222200 36008KT P6SM OVC060 BECMG 2222/2224 VRB03KT RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 230900Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:10Z BASE
+0h
VFR 30° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YCL
12
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
12/30 6,000 ft 150 ft ASP 105°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
105° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Charlo Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYCL
IATA Code: YCL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 132 ft MSL

Location

City: Charlo
Country: CA
Latitude: 47.990799°
Longitude: -66.330299°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 6,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Charlo Airport

Overview

Charlo Airport (CYCL) is a medium-sized airport located at coordinates 47.990799, -66.330299 in Charlo, CA. Situated at an elevation of 132 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local region.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation of 132 ft MSL suggests relatively moderate terrain conditions that should not present significant atmospheric challenges for most aircraft. Pilots should anticipate standard maritime or coastal weather influences given the airport's geographic positioning.

Notable Features

Charlo Airport features a single runway (12/30) with an asphalt surface measuring 6,000 feet in length. This runway configuration provides substantial operational flexibility for medium-sized aircraft and supports a range of aviation activities.

Approach Considerations

The 6,000-foot asphalt runway allows for approaches from either runway end (12 or 30), with potential wind direction influencing the preferred landing orientation. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and wind assessments during pre-flight planning to determine the most appropriate approach strategy.

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
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.