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Weather Briefing
VFRPangnirtung Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 23,000 feet and 15 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 14.7 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 14 knots with gusts to 27 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 14-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component (gusting to 5 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 15 SM. The ceiling is 23000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 4°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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✈️ 06T/24T
Active: 24T
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2,920 ft | 100 ft | GVL | 62° |
↑ 13.8 kt
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↔ 2.4 kt
10° angle
|
Weather Statistics - CYXP
3,216 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Pangnirtung Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 4.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 40 knots. Calm conditions occur 13.4% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -36°C to 13°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, April, January.
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Statistics computed from 3,216 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Pangnirtung Airport - Airport Information
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About Pangnirtung Airport
Pangnirtung Airport (CYXP/YXP) is located in Pangnirtung, CA at an elevation of 75 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (06T/24T), with the longest at 2,920 feet.
Weather Profile
Analysis of 3,216 weather observations shows CYXP maintains VFR conditions 79.2% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 16.5% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 4.4% of reports.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at CYXP come from the W (270°) with an average speed of 8.7 knots and recorded gusts up to 40 knots. Runway 06T/24T offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.4 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are June, April, January, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -36°C (-33°F) to 13°C (55°F), averaging -8°C (18°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 28.66 to 30.69 inHg (971-1039 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 3,216 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
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