Thicket Portage Airport

CZLQ / YTD

Thicket Portage, CA

Last Updated
Jun 27, 11:00Z

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Currently using: CYTH
Weather Source: Thompson Airport (CYTH)
Distance: 29nm / 55km from CZLQ

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
11:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
0 kt
15 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYTH 271100Z 00000KT 15SM FEW110 SCT240 09/07 A2995 RMK AC1CI4 AC TR SLP150

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 678 ft
FEW 11,000 ft AGL
SCT 24,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
11,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,678 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
24,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
24,678 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Thicket Portage Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 24,000 feet and 15 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 11,000 ft, scattered at 24,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 9°C (48°F) with a dewpoint of 7°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: FCST.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
991 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (678 ft)
Pressure Alt
656 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 99 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYTH 270640Z 2707/2719 VRB03KT P6SM SCT100 SCT180 FM271200 VRB03KT P6SM SKC FM271800 12006KT P6SM FEW080 RMK NXT FCST BY 271300Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:07Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
18:00Z FM271800
+6h
VFR 120° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ZLQ
12
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
12/30 2,220 ft 75 ft CRUSHED ROCK
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Thicket Portage Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CZLQ
IATA Code: YTD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 678 ft MSL

Location

City: Thicket Portage
Country: CA
Latitude: 55.318901°
Longitude: -97.707802°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 2,220 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: CRUSHED ROCK
ILS: No

About Thicket Portage Airport

Overview

Thicket Portage Airport serves the remote community of Thicket Portage in Manitoba, Canada, located at coordinates 55.318901, -97.707802. As a medium airport situated at 678 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for northern Manitoba's isolated regions, supporting essential regional connectivity.

Flying Conditions

The airport's northern latitude at 55.3 degrees means experiencing significant seasonal weather variations with potentially challenging winter conditions. Pilots should anticipate variable winds and rapid meteorological changes typical of Manitoba's subarctic climate, particularly given the airport's exposed geographical location.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (12/30) constructed of crushed rock, measuring 2,220 feet in length. Its elevated position at 678 feet MSL and surrounding terrain suggest potential turbulence and wind gradient considerations for approaching and departing aircraft, requiring careful navigation and approach planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 12/30's crushed rock surface demands heightened awareness of surface conditions, particularly during seasonal transitions. Pilots should conduct thorough preflight assessments of current surface conditions and be prepared for potential reduced braking effectiveness compared to paved surfaces, especially during wet or freezing conditions.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.