Gander International Airport / CFB Gander

CYQX / YQX

Gander, CA

Last Updated
Feb 7, 17:00Z

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a Canadian Forces Base (CFB). Civil access requires prior authorization.

Access Notes:

CFB installations generally restricted to civil traffic

Consult official AIP (Canada AIP ENR 5.2) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 42 min ago
17:00Z
🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
-4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -8°C
15 kt
10° G20 kt
20 SM
Visibility
1,900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
994 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYQX 071700Z 01015G20KT 20SM BKN019 BKN220 M04/M08 A2936 RMK SC5CC2 SLP953

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 496 ft
BKN 1,900 ft AGL
BKN 22,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,396 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
22,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
22,496 ft AMSL
QNH
994 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
977 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (496 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,074 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,087 ft
ISA Deviation: -18.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD CYQX 071415Z 0714/0812 36015G25KT P6SM BKN015 BKN210 TEMPO 0714/0722 SCT015 BKN210 BECMG 0714/0716 36010G20KT FM072200 34008KT P6SM SCT015 BKN200 TEMPO 0722/0802 BKN015 BKN200 FM080200 35008KT P6SM BKN012 RMK NXT FCST BY 071800Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:41Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 360° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
22:00Z FM072200
+5h
VFR 340° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 20,000 ft
22:00Z TEMPO
+5h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
02:00Z FM080200
+9h
MVFR 350° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
YQX
03 ✈️
21
09
27
13
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 03
 10,200 ft 200 ft ASP 11°
↑ 14.1 kt • ↔ 5.1 kt
20° angle
09/27 1,875 ft 50 ft ASP 62°
↑ 9.2 kt • ↔ 11.8 kt
52° angle
13/31 8,900 ft 200 ft ASP 107°
↓ 1.8 kt • ↔ 14.9 kt
97° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYQX

4,964 observations | Sep 2025 - Feb 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
45.1%
MVFR
21.7%
IFR
19%
LIFR
14.3%

Gander International Airport / CFB Gander is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 45.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 33.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 12.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 52 knots. Temperature extremes range from -18°C to 25°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 14.9% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 5.8% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 12.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 52 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
16.1%
NE
5%
E
6.9%
SE
9.2%
S
13%
SW
15.9%
W
26.8%
NW
6.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 1.7°C
Range: -18°C to 25°C
-18°C 25°C

Visibility

Average: 14 SM
Below 3 SM: 5.8%
Fog Frequency: 14.9%

Best Months for VFR

September October December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 8.2 kt
Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.6 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 8.3 kt

Statistics computed from 4,964 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Feb 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Gander International Airport / CFB Gander - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYQX
IATA Code: YQX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 496 ft MSL

Location

City: Gander
Country: CA
Latitude: 48.936258°
Longitude: -54.567719°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 10,200 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09/27
Length: 1,875 ft
Width: 50 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 8,900 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
10°@15kt
Density Alt
496ft, -4°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
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About Gander International Airport / CFB Gander

Gander International Airport / CFB Gander is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the CA AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Gander International Airport serves as a strategic aviation hub located in Newfoundland, Canada. Positioned at an elevation of 496 ft MSL, the airport supports both civilian and military operations with three substantial asphalt runways. Its significant runway lengths (10,200ft, 8,900ft, and 1,875ft) enable accommodating diverse aircraft types and operational requirements.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Gander are characterized by significant variability, with instrument meteorological conditions prevalent. Statistical observations indicate that only 45.3% of conditions are VFR, with MVFR, IFR, and LIFR conditions accounting for the remaining 54.7%. Winds predominantly originate from the west at an average of 12.7 knots, with occasional extreme gusts reaching 52 knots, and temperatures ranging from -13°C to 25°C.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic positioning makes it a critical trans-Atlantic aviation waypoint, with three runways offering multiple landing options. Its proximity to the North Atlantic creates dynamic weather patterns, with fog present in 15.4% of observations and visibility averaging 14 statute miles. The consistent 100% favorable wind alignments for all runways provide flexible operational capabilities.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate potential instrument meteorological conditions, with September, October, and December offering the most favorable VFR conditions. Crosswind components remain relatively consistent across runways, averaging 8.2 knots. The extensive primary runway (03/21 at 10,200ft) provides substantial margin for most aircraft types, supporting reliable approach and landing operations.

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.