Lutselk'e Airport

CYLK / YSG

Lutselk'e, CA

Last Updated
Apr 10, 23:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 23 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
-11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -28°C
7 kt
30°
25 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYLK 102300Z 03007KT 25SM FEW250 M11/M28 A3019 RMK CI2 SLP249

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 596 ft
FEW 25,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
25,596 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Lutselk'e Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 25,000 feet and 25 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (30°) at 7 knots. Runway 08T/26T is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 25 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 25,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is -11°C (12°F) with a dewpoint of -28°C, indicating very dry conditions. 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 5 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: FCST.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

QNH
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1002 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (596 ft)
Pressure Alt
334 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -2,643 ft
ISA Deviation: -24.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYLK 101840Z 1019/1024 06005KT P6SM FEW200 SCT250 RMK NXT FCST BY 111700Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:23Z BASE
+0h
VFR 60° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YLK
08T ✈️
26T

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08T/26T
Active: 08T
2,996 ft 0 ft UNK
4.5 kt 5.4 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYLK

2,381 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73.1%
MVFR
22.8%
IFR
4%
LIFR
0.1%

Lutselk'e Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 73.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 4.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -45°C to 22°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 21 kt
Calm Winds: 4.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.3%
NE
19.1%
E
19.4%
SE
4.3%
S
9.4%
SW
13.3%
W
19.4%
NW
6.6%

Temperature Range

Average: -15.1°C
Range: -45°C to 22°C
-45°C 22°C

Visibility

Average: 19.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.7%
Fog Frequency: 5.7%

Best Months for VFR

April March January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08T/26T
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 2,381 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Lutselk'e Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYLK
IATA Code: YSG
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 596 ft MSL

Location

City: Lutselk'e
Country: CA
Latitude: 62.417823°
Longitude: -110.682793°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 08T/26T
Length: 2,996 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No

About Lutselk'e Airport

Lutselk'e Airport (CYLK/YSG) is located in Lutselk'e, CA at an elevation of 596 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (08T/26T), with the longest at 2,996 feet.

Weather Profile

Analysis of 2,381 weather observations shows CYLK maintains VFR conditions 73.1% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 22.8% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 4.1% of reports. Fog affects the airport in approximately 5.7% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 1.7% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at CYLK come from the W (270°) with an average speed of 6.5 knots. Runway 08T/26T offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are April, March, January, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -45°C (-49°F) to 22°C (72°F), averaging -15.1°C (5°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 29.05 to 31.16 inHg (984-1055 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 2,381 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.