Canefield Airport

TDCF / DCF

Canefield, DM

Last Updated
Mar 4, 20:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 16 hours ago
20:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
6 kt
130°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR TDCF 042000Z 13006KT 9999 FEW018 29/19 Q1012

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 13 ft
FEW 1,800 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,813 ft AMSL

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DCF
01
19 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
3,130 ft 75 ft ASP 356°
3.0 kt 5.2 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - TDCF

1,510 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.8%
MVFR
23.1%
IFR
0.1%
LIFR
0%

Canefield Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 0.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 4.1 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 28.9°C (range: 22°C to 37°C). The best months for VFR flying are February, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 4.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 19 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.5%
NE
3.3%
E
17.9%
SE
31%
S
13%
SW
2.8%
W
9.3%
NW
16.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 28.9°C
Range: 22°C to 37°C
22°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

February September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt

Statistics computed from 1,510 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Canefield Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: TDCF
IATA Code: DCF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 13 ft MSL

Location

City: Canefield
Country: DM
Latitude: 15.336693°
Longitude: -61.392108°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 3,130 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Canefield Airport

Overview

Canefield Airport (TDCF) is a medium airport located in Canefield, DM, situated at an elevation of 13 ft MSL. The airport serves the local region with its single runway 01/19, which measures 3,130 feet and is surfaced with asphalt. Its geographic coordinates are 15.336693, -61.392108, positioning it in a tropical maritime environment.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Canefield Airport are predominantly visual flight rules (VFR), with 77.1% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. The airport experiences consistent southeastern winds at an average of 3.8 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 13 knots. Temperature ranges from 22°C to 37°C, with an average of 29.3°C, and consistently high visibility averaging 10 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport's runway is oriented 01/19, aligned with the prevailing southeastern wind direction. With 100% wind favorability and an average crosswind of only 2.9 knots, the runway provides stable approach and departure conditions. September through November represent the best VFR months for operations at this location.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect predictable approach conditions with consistently favorable wind alignments on runway 01/19. The low elevation of 13 ft MSL and absence of reported fog or low visibility complications suggest straightforward visual approaches. Minimal wind variability and high visibility support reliable standard landing and takeoff 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.