Owen Sound / Billy Bishop Regional Airport

CYOS / YOS

Owen Sound, CA

Last Updated
Apr 23, 08:00Z

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Currently using: CYVV
Weather Source: Wiarton Airport (CYVV)
Distance: 15nm / 27km from CYOS

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 40 min ago
08:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
2°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
3 kt
130°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYVV 230800Z 13003KT 10SM SKC 02/02 A3001 RMK SLP170

Weather Briefing

VFR

Owen Sound / Billy Bishop Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (130°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 2°C (36°F) with a dewpoint of 2°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.

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

QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
982 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,007 ft)
Pressure Alt
925 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -393 ft
ISA Deviation: -11.0°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YOS
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
3,932 ft 75 ft ASP 170°
1.9 kt 2.3 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Owen Sound / Billy Bishop Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYOS
IATA Code: YOS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,007 ft MSL

Location

City: Owen Sound
Country: CA
Latitude: 44.590302°
Longitude: -80.837502°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 3,932 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Owen Sound / Billy Bishop Regional Airport

Overview

Owen Sound / Billy Bishop Regional Airport serves the Grey Bruce region in Ontario, Canada, providing critical aviation infrastructure for general aviation and regional transportation. Located at an elevation of 1007 ft MSL, the airport offers a strategic mid-Ontario location for pilots navigating between southern urban centers and more remote northern territories.

Flying Conditions

Situated at 44.590302, -80.837502, the airport experiences typical Georgian Bay area weather patterns with potential significant seasonal variations. Pilots should anticipate changing conditions influenced by the nearby Great Lakes, which can generate rapid meteorological shifts and localized wind patterns.

Notable Features

The airport features a single asphalt runway (18/36) measuring 3932 feet in length, suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations. Its 1007 ft elevation provides a moderate terrain profile, with surrounding geography characterized by the mixed landscape of southern Ontario's rural and agricultural regions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 18/36's orientation suggests potential crosswind challenges, particularly during seasonal transition periods. Pilots should carefully assess wind conditions and be prepared for potential wind shear or turbulence when approaching this runway, utilizing standard regional approach procedures.

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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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.