Kapuskasing Airport

CYYU / YYU

Kapuskasing, CA

Last Updated
Feb 7, 16:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 35 min ago
16:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
-23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -28°C
15 kt
320° G21 kt
5 SM
Visibility
2,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1024 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYYU 071600Z 32015G21KT 5SM -SN BLSN BKN024 M23/M28 A3024 RMK SC7 SLP270

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 743 ft
BKN 2,400 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,143 ft AMSL
QNH
1024 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
999 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (743 ft)
Pressure Alt
421 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -3,961 ft
ISA Deviation: -36.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF AMD CYYU 071551Z 0715/0802 32012G22KT 6SM -SN DRSN BKN025 TEMPO 0715/0720 2 1/2SM -SN BLSN OVC020 FM072000 33010KT P6SM -SN BKN030 TEMPO 0720/0802 5SM -SN BKN020 RMK NXT FCST BY 072000Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:34Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 320° 12 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Light Snow, Drifting Snow
20:00Z FM072000
+4h
VFR 330° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Snow
20:00Z TEMPO
+4h
MVFR
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Light Snow, FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YYU
10
28
17
35 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
10/28 3,590 ft 75 ft ASP 90°
9.6 kt 11.5 kt
130° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
5,500 ft 100 ft ASP 156°
13.0 kt 7.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYYU

4,281 observations | Sep 2025 - Feb 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
48.3%
MVFR
31.1%
IFR
16.2%
LIFR
4.3%

Kapuskasing Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 48.3% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 20.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 8.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 33 knots. Temperature extremes range from -33°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 8.5% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 8.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 33 kt
Calm Winds: 2.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
13%
NE
4%
E
4%
SE
7.7%
S
19%
SW
10.5%
W
18.9%
NW
20.7%

Temperature Range

Average: -4.6°C
Range: -33°C to 28°C
-33°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 11.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 8.5%
Fog Frequency: 2.9%

Best Months for VFR

October September January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 4,281 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Feb 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kapuskasing Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYYU
IATA Code: YYU
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 743 ft MSL

Location

City: Kapuskasing
Country: CA
Latitude: 49.411587°
Longitude: -82.469645°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 3,590 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 5,500 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kapuskasing Airport

Overview

Kapuskasing Airport serves the northeastern Ontario region, located in a remote area with significant transportation infrastructure needs. Situated at 743 ft MSL, the airport provides critical access for regional transportation, resource industry support, and emergency services. Its medium-sized classification and dual runway configuration make it an important aviation facility for the Kapuskasing area.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect highly variable weather conditions, with visual flight rules (VFR) prevailing 47.6% of the time and marginal VFR conditions occurring 30.6% of observations. Temperature ranges dramatically from -33°C to 28°C, creating significant seasonal weather challenges. Wind patterns are predominantly westerly at an average of 8.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 33 knots that can impact flight operations.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalted runways with substantial lengths: Runway 10/28 at 3,590 ft and Runway 17/35 at 5,500 ft. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind components of 5.4 and 4.6 knots respectively. The geographical location suggests potential for challenging northern Ontario weather conditions, including frequent visibility restrictions and temperature extremes.

Approach Considerations

Visibility averages 11.1 statute miles, with 8.8% of observations showing reduced visibility below 3 statute miles. Pilots should anticipate potential fog events (3.2% of observations) and prepare accordingly. September, October, and January represent the most consistent VFR months, offering more predictable approach and landing conditions for aviators.

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.