Fredericton Airport

CYFC / YFC

Fredericton, CA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 23:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 40 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
12 kt
210° G17 kt
9 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYFC 042300Z AUTO 21012G17KT 9SM CLR 04/M01 A3004 RMK SLP176
QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1015 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (68 ft)
Pressure Alt
-45 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,349 ft
ISA Deviation: -10.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYFC 041740Z 0418/0506 23010G20KT P6SM FEW040 FM042100 23010G20KT P6SM BKN140 FM050000 22008KT P6SM SCT040 TEMPO 0500/0505 BKN040 BECMG 0502/0504 32007KT FM050500 32007KT P6SM BKN025 OVC120 TEMPO 0505/0506 BKN020 OVC120 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 050000Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:40Z BASE
+0h
VFR 230° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
00:00Z FM050000
+1h
VFR 220° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
00:00Z TEMPO
+1h
VFR
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
02:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 320° 7 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YFC
09
27 ✈️
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
8,005 ft 200 ft ASP 70°
6.0 kt 10.4 kt
60° angle
15/33 6,000 ft 148 ft ASP 131°
2.3 kt 11.8 kt
79° 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

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.