Shuswap Regional Airport

CZAM / YSN

Salmon Arm, CA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 19:00Z

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Currently using: CYRV
Weather Source: Revelstoke Airport (CYRV)
Distance: 43nm / 80km from CZAM

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 43 min ago
19:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
2 kt
40°
9 SM
Visibility
1,900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYRV 041900Z AUTO 04002KT 9SM OVC019 03/02 A2981 RMK SLP112

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,751 ft
OVC 1,900 ft AGL
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OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,651 ft AMSL
QNH
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
951 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,751 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,879 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 859 ft
ISA Deviation: -8.5°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ZAM
14
32 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 32
4,260 ft 75 ft ASP 158°
0.3 kt 2.0 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Shuswap Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CZAM
IATA Code: YSN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,751 ft MSL

Location

City: Salmon Arm
Country: CA
Latitude: 50.682802°
Longitude: -119.228996°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 4,260 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Shuswap Regional Airport

Overview

Shuswap Regional Airport (CZAM) serves the Salmon Arm region in British Columbia, Canada, as a medium-sized airport situated at an elevation of 1,751 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 50.682802, -119.228996, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the local community and surrounding areas. Its single runway supports various general aviation and regional operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation of 1,751 feet MSL indicates a moderate terrain environment that can experience variable weather conditions typical of interior British Columbia. Pilots should anticipate potential mountain wave effects and localized wind patterns influenced by the surrounding terrain. Seasonal temperature variations can significantly impact aircraft performance, particularly during summer and winter extremes.

Notable Features

Shuswap Regional Airport features a single runway (14/32) with an asphalt surface measuring 4,260 feet in length. The runway's orientation suggests potential crosswind challenges, particularly during seasonal wind shifts. The airport's mid-elevation location and surrounding topography require careful navigation and awareness of potential terrain-induced meteorological conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 14/32's substantial length of 4,260 feet provides flexibility for various aircraft types operating in the region. Pilots should carefully assess wind direction and runway alignment when planning approaches, considering potential crosswind components. The airport's moderate elevation and surrounding terrain necessitate standard terrain awareness and careful performance calculations during arrival and departure procedures.

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.

Official Data Sources

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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.