Cochrane Airport

CYCN / YCN

Cochrane, CA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 02:00Z

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Currently using: CYTS
Weather Source: Timmins/Victor M. Power (CYTS)
Distance: 35nm / 65km from CYCN

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 28 min ago
02:00Z
🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
-9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -11°C
4 kt
350°
15 SM
Visibility
1,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYTS 040200Z 35004KT 15SM -SN OVC015 M09/M11 A3006 RMK SC8 SLP205

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 861 ft
OVC 1,500 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,361 ft AMSL
QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
989 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (861 ft)
Pressure Alt
719 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,954 ft
ISA Deviation: -22.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYTS 040140Z 0402/0414 35008KT P6SM SCT008 OVC025 TEMPO 0402/0404 4SM -SN BKN008 OVC025 FM040400 32005KT 3SM -SN BR OVC006 TEMPO 0404/0414 P6SM NSW OVC012 PROB30 0406/0411 2SM -FZDZ -SN BR OVC005 RMK NXT FCST BY 040800Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:28Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 350° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
04:00Z FM040400
+2h
IFR 320° 5 kt
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 600 ft
Light Snow, Mist
04:00Z TEMPO
+2h
MVFR
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
06:00Z PROB30
+4h
IFR
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 500 ft
Light Freezing Drizzle, Light Snow, Mist, FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
YCN
13
31 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
 4,500 ft 100 ft ASP 119°
↑ 3.1 kt • ↔ 2.6 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Cochrane Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYCN
IATA Code: YCN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 861 ft MSL

Location

City: Cochrane
Country: CA
Latitude: 49.105598°
Longitude: -81.013603°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 4,500 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
350°@4kt
Density Alt
861ft, -9°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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Nearby Airports

CYTS MVFR
Timmins/Victor M. Power
35nm
65km
CYYU MVFR
Kapuskasing Airport
60nm
111km
CYKX N/A
Kirkland Lake Airport
68nm
125km
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Cochrane Airport

Overview

Cochrane Airport serves the local aviation needs in northwestern Ontario, Canada, situated near the town of Cochrane. Located at coordinates 49.105598, -81.013603, this medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the region, supporting various aviation activities at an elevation of 861 feet above mean sea level.

Flying Conditions

Northwestern Ontario experiences significant seasonal weather variations that can impact flight operations at Cochrane Airport. The airport's moderate elevation and geographical location suggest potential for variable wind conditions, particularly during transition seasons when temperature and pressure gradients can create dynamic atmospheric conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (13/31) with an asphalted surface measuring 4,500 feet in length, providing adequate operational capacity for medium-sized aircraft. Its geographical positioning in the Canadian shield region indicates surrounding terrain with potential topographical considerations for approach and departure planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 13/31 offers a directional alignment that can accommodate prevailing regional wind patterns, potentially providing pilots with favorable landing and takeoff options. Pilots should carefully assess current meteorological conditions and conduct thorough pre-flight planning, paying close attention to wind direction and runway characteristics when operating at this 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.

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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.