St Thomas Municipal Airport

CYQS / YQS

St Thomas, CA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:30Z

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Currently using: CYXU
Weather Source: London Airport (CYXU)
Distance: 16nm / 30km from CYQS

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 15 min ago
10:30Z
☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
-2°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -3°C
3 kt
40°
--
Visibility
∞
Ceiling
Unlimited
1024 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI CYXU 041030Z 04003KT 1/2SM R15/1800V2200FT/N FZFG VV001 M02/M03 A3024 RMK FG8 SLP255
QNH
1024 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
998 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (778 ft)
Pressure Alt
456 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,397 ft
ISA Deviation: -15.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYXU 040541Z 0406/0506 VRB03KT P6SM SKC BECMG 0406/0408 1/2SM FZFG VV002 FM040800 VRB03KT 1/2SM FZFG VV002 TEMPO 0408/0413 1/4SM FZFG BECMG 0413/0415 P6SM NSW SCT012 FM041600 13007KT P6SM SKC FM050400 07005KT P6SM SCT004 BKN020 PROB30 0504/0506 2SM BR BKN004 OVC020 RMK NXT FCST BY 041200Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:45Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
13:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
16:00Z FM041600
+6h
VFR 130° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
YQS
03 ✈️
21
09
27
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 03
 2,607 ft 75 ft ASP 25°
↑ 3.0 kt • ↔ 0.5 kt
10° angle
09/27 5,013 ft 100 ft ASP 85°
↑ 2.1 kt • ↔ 2.1 kt
45° angle
15/33 2,610 ft 75 ft ASP 145°
↓ 0.8 kt • ↔ 2.9 kt
105° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

St Thomas Municipal Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYQS
IATA Code: YQS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 778 ft MSL

Location

City: St Thomas
Country: CA
Latitude: 42.770000°
Longitude: -81.110802°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 2,607 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09/27
Length: 5,013 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 2,610 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
40°@3kt
Density Alt
778ft, -2°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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About St Thomas Municipal Airport

Overview

St Thomas Municipal Airport (CYQS) is a medium-sized airport located in St Thomas, Ontario, Canada. Situated at an elevation of 778 feet above mean sea level, the airport serves the local transportation needs of the St Thomas area with multiple runway options for varied aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport features three asphalt runways with varying lengths, providing flexibility for different aircraft types and wind conditions. With runway orientations of 03/21 (2607 ft), 09/27 (5013 ft), and 15/33 (2610 ft), pilots can expect multiple landing and takeoff options depending on wind direction and aircraft performance characteristics.

Notable Features

Located at coordinates 42.770000, -81.110802, St Thomas Municipal Airport is positioned in a region with diverse terrain and potential wind variations. The substantial 5013 ft runway (09/27) offers the longest operational surface, which can accommodate a broader range of aircraft compared to the shorter runways.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should carefully evaluate current wind conditions and runway lengths when planning approaches to CYQS. The multiple runway orientations provide strategic options for landing and takeoff, with the 09/27 runway offering the most extensive operational capabilities for larger aircraft or those requiring longer takeoff and landing distances.

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.

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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.