Fredericton Airport

CYFC / YFC

Fredericton, CA

Last Updated
Mar 5, 06:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 56 min ago
06:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
2°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -3°C
7 kt
340° G15 kt
9 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYFC 050600Z AUTO 34007G15KT 240V360 9SM SCT220 02/M03 A3015 RMK PRESRR SLP214

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 68 ft
SCT 22,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
22,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
22,068 ft AMSL
QNH
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1019 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (68 ft)
Pressure Alt
-165 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,709 ft
ISA Deviation: -12.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYFC 050540Z 0506/0518 24008KT P6SM BKN030 OVC180 TEMPO 0506/0509 5SM -SN BKN020 OVC120 BECMG 0507/0509 36008KT FM050900 36008KT P6SM SCT015 OVC030 TEMPO 0509/0514 4SM -SN OVC015 PROB30 0509/0514 2 1/2SM -SN FM051400 02008KT P6SM FEW020 OVC040 TEMPO 0514/0518 5SM -SN RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 051200Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:55Z BASE
+0h
VFR 240° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
07:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 360° 8 kt
09:00Z FM050900
+3h
VFR 360° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
09:00Z TEMPO
+3h
MVFR
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Light Snow

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YFC
09
27
15
33 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 8,005 ft 200 ft ASP 70°
0.0 kt 7.0 kt
90° angle
✈️ 15/33
Active: 33
6,000 ft 148 ft ASP 131°
6.9 kt 1.2 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYFC

6,926 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
59.2%
MVFR
28.3%
IFR
9.6%
LIFR
2.9%

Fredericton Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 59.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 12.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 33 knots. Temperature extremes range from -24°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 33 kt
Calm Winds: 6.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
11%
NE
11.8%
E
5.6%
SE
2.3%
S
11.7%
SW
14.5%
W
21.4%
NW
15.6%

Temperature Range

Average: -0.9°C
Range: -24°C to 30°C
-24°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 7.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.9%
Fog Frequency: 1.9%

Best Months for VFR

September March October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt

Statistics computed from 6,926 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Fredericton Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYFC
IATA Code: YFC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 68 ft MSL

Location

City: Fredericton
Country: CA
Latitude: 45.868900°
Longitude: -66.537201°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 8,005 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 6,000 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Fredericton Airport

Overview

Fredericton Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in New Brunswick, Canada, positioned at 45.868900, -66.537201 with an elevation of 68 feet MSL. The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 09/27 at 8,005 feet and Runway 15/33 at 6,000 feet, accommodating regional and commercial aviation needs in the area.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate variable conditions with significant VFR potential, averaging 57.8% VFR days throughout the year. Temperature ranges dramatically from -23°C to 30°C, with prevailing westerly winds at an average of 7.3 knots and occasional gusts up to 33 knots. September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months, with higher visibility and more stable atmospheric conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's dual runway configuration provides operational flexibility, with both runways demonstrating 100% favorable wind alignments. Crosswind conditions are moderate, averaging 4.4 knots on Runway 09/27 and 5.1 knots on Runway 15/33. Visibility averages 7.9 statute miles, with occasional reduced conditions including 3.7% of observations below 3 statute miles and 2.3% experiencing fog.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate westerly winds as the predominant wind direction, with a calm wind frequency of 6.5%. The extensive runway lengths (8,005 and 6,000 feet) provide substantial landing and takeoff options. During challenging weather, the airport experiences 10.6% IFR and 3.7% LIFR conditions, requiring increased approach planning and potential alternate airport considerations.

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.