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Clouds - Visual Profile
Weather Briefing
VFRPaulatuk (Nora Aliqatchialuk Ruben) Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 12,000 feet and 15 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 199 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south (170°) at 17 knots with gusts to 24 knots. Runway 20 is favored with a 15-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component (gusting to 12 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 15 SM. The ceiling is 12000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 7°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 02T/20T
Active: 20T
|
4,000 ft | 100 ft | GVL | 20° |
↑ 14.7 kt
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↔ 8.5 kt
30° angle
|
Weather Statistics - CYPC
2,367 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Paulatuk (Nora Aliqatchialuk Ruben) Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 17.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 10.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 38 knots. Temperature extremes range from -43°C to 25°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 5.6% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are February, January, December.
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Statistics computed from 2,367 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Paulatuk (Nora Aliqatchialuk Ruben) Airport - Airport Information
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About Paulatuk (Nora Aliqatchialuk Ruben) Airport
Paulatuk (Nora Aliqatchialuk Ruben) Airport (CYPC/YPC) is located in Paulatuk, CA at an elevation of 15 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (02T/20T), with the longest at 4,000 feet.
Weather Profile
With VFR conditions only 61.5% of the time based on 2,367 observations, CYPC requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 17.8% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at CYPC come from the W (270°) with an average speed of 10.7 knots and recorded gusts up to 38 knots. Runway 02T/20T offers the lowest average crosswind component at 5.8 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are February, January, December, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -43°C (-45°F) to 25°C (77°F), averaging -14.5°C (6°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 29.09 to 31.19 inHg (985-1056 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 2,367 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
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