Lac du Bonnet Airport

CYAX

Lac du Bonnet, CA

Last Updated
Mar 7, 07:00Z

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Currently using: CYWG
Weather Source: Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (CYWG)
Distance: 53nm / 98km from CYAX

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
07:00Z
☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
-8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -9°C
5 kt
170°
15 SM
Visibility
1,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYWG 070700Z 17005KT 15SM OVC012 M08/M09 A2994 RMK ST8 SLP157

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 850 ft
OVC 1,200 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,050 ft AMSL
QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
986 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (850 ft)
Pressure Alt
828 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,728 ft
ISA Deviation: -21.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYWG 070540Z 0706/0806 27005KT P6SM OVC012 TEMPO 0706/0709 SCT012 BECMG 0709/0711 23005KT OVC008 FM071100 21005KT P6SM SCT004 OVC008 TEMPO 0711/0713 2SM BR OVC004 FM071300 19007KT 2SM BR OVC004 TEMPO 0713/0715 1SM BR OVC002 BECMG 0715/0717 BKN008 FM071700 19012KT P6SM BKN008 TEMPO 0717/0720 BKN010 FM072000 18015G25KT P6SM FEW012 BKN120 FM072200 20018KT P6SM VCSH SCT005 OVC012 TEMPO 0723/0801 4SM -SHRASN BR BKN005 OVC010 FM080200 25015G25KT P6SM -SHRA BKN015 BECMG 0803/0805 P6SM NSW BKN025 FM080500 28018G28KT P6SM BKN025 TEMPO 0805/0806 BKN020 RMK NXT FCST BY 071200Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:23Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 270° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
09:00Z BECMG
+2h
IFR 230° 5 kt
Ceiling: 800 ft
11:00Z FM071100
+4h
IFR 210° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 800 ft
11:00Z TEMPO
+4h
LIFR
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 400 ft
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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
YAX
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
 3,600 ft 75 ft ASP 185°
↑ 4.9 kt • ↔ 0.9 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Lac du Bonnet Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYAX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 850 ft MSL

Location

City: Lac du Bonnet
Country: CA
Latitude: 50.294399°
Longitude: -96.010002°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 3,600 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
170°@5kt
Density Alt
850ft, -8°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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Nearby Airports

CYAX N/A
Lac du Bonnet Airport
0nm
0km
CYAV N/A
Winnipeg / St. Andrews Airport
42nm
77km
CYGM N/A
Gimli Industrial Park Airport
44nm
82km
CYWG MVFR
Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport
53nm
98km
CYQK LIFR
Kenora Airport
70nm
130km
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Lac du Bonnet Airport

Overview

Lac du Bonnet Airport serves the rural community located northeast of Winnipeg, Manitoba. Situated at an elevation of 850 ft MSL, this medium-sized airport provides essential aviation services to the Lac du Bonnet region. The airport supports various general aviation activities in southeastern Manitoba.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation at 850 ft MSL suggests moderate terrain conditions typical of the Manitoba landscape. Pilots should anticipate potential seasonal variations, with winter conditions potentially impacting surface and approach characteristics. The asphalt runway (18/36) spans 3600 feet, providing adequate length for most medium-sized aircraft operations.

Notable Features

Located at coordinates 50.294399, -96.010002, Lac du Bonnet Airport is positioned in a region with diverse terrain and potential local weather influences. The single runway (18/36) orientation suggests pilots should be prepared for potential crosswind conditions during approach and departure. The airport's geographic location offers access to the scenic southeastern Manitoba landscape.

Approach Considerations

Runway 18/36 provides a 3600-foot asphalt surface for arrivals and departures. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and wind assessments prior to approach, considering the airport's 850 ft MSL elevation. Standard traffic pattern procedures and careful wind evaluation are recommended for safe operations at this airport.

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.

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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.