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Weather Briefing
VFRKirkland Lake Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 5,500 feet and 9 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 5 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 9 SM. The ceiling is 5500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.
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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
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4,500 ft | 100 ft | ASP | 71° |
↑ 4.3 kt
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↔ 2.5 kt
30° angle
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Kirkland Lake Airport - Airport Information
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About Kirkland Lake Airport
Overview
Kirkland Lake Airport serves the northern Ontario region, situated in a strategic location within the Timiskaming District. As a medium-sized airport at 1157 feet mean sea level, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local community and supports regional transportation needs.
Flying Conditions
Northern Ontario experiences significant seasonal weather variations that can impact flight operations. The airport's elevation at 1157 ft MSL and geographic position suggests potential for challenging winter conditions, with temperature and wind variations that pilots must carefully monitor.
Notable Features
The airport features a single asphalt runway (08/26) with a substantial length of 4500 feet, accommodating a range of aircraft types. Its coordinates at 48.210300, -79.981400 place it in a terrain that is typical of the Canadian Shield region, characterized by mixed forest and relatively flat topography.
Approach Considerations
Runway 08/26 provides a standard east-west orientation, which allows flexibility in approach and departure depending on prevailing wind conditions. Pilots should conduct thorough preflight planning, considering the runway's length and surface type, and be prepared for potential wind shifts common in this northern geographic region.
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