Calgary / Springbank Airport

CYBW

Calgary, CA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:29Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 8 min ago
09:29Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
-9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -10°C
6 kt
150°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI CYBW 040929Z AUTO 15006KT 1/2SM R35/3500VP6000FT FZFG VV002 M09/M10 A2979 RMK ICE SLP165
QNH
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
878 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,940 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,068 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,134 ft
ISA Deviation: -16.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF AMD CYBW 040230Z 0402/0405 02010KT P6SM SCT004 TEMPO 0402/0405 3SM -SN BR BKN004 OVC007 PROB30 0402/0405 2SM BR OVC003 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 041300Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:36Z BASE
+0h
VFR 20° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YBW
08
26
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
08/26 3,423 ft 100 ft ASP 90°
3.0 kt 5.2 kt
60° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
5,000 ft 98 ft ASP 181°
5.6 kt 2.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYBW

6,660 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71.3%
MVFR
14.7%
IFR
7%
LIFR
7%

Calgary / Springbank Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 71.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 7.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 39 knots. Temperature extremes range from -33°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 6.1% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 39 kt
Calm Winds: 5.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.4%
NE
4.1%
E
9.7%
SE
10.8%
S
12.2%
SW
5.1%
W
16.6%
NW
22.9%

Temperature Range

Average: -5.1°C
Range: -33°C to 27°C
-33°C 27°C

Visibility

Average: 7.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 6.1%
Fog Frequency: 6.7%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt

Statistics computed from 6,660 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Calgary / Springbank Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYBW
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,940 ft MSL

Location

City: Calgary
Country: CA
Latitude: 51.103100°
Longitude: -114.374001°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 3,423 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Calgary / Springbank Airport

Overview

Calgary / Springbank Airport serves the western Canadian region near Calgary, Alberta, functioning as a medium-sized airport situated at 3940 feet above sea level. Located at coordinates 51.103100, -114.374001, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for general aviation, training, and regional operations in the Calgary metropolitan area.

Flying Conditions

Weather at Springbank Airport demonstrates significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions predominating at 70.4% of observations. Temperature ranges dramatically from -28°C to 27°C, with an average of -4.5°C, presenting potential challenges for aircraft performance and operations. Prevailing northwest winds at an average of 7.3 knots, occasionally reaching 39 knots, characterize the airport's wind environment.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 08/26 measuring 3423 feet and Runway 17/35 extending 5000 feet. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind (5 knots for 08/26, 4.1 knots for 17/35). Visibility averages 7.8 statute miles, with occasional reduced conditions including 6.4% of observations below 3 statute miles and 7% fog occurrence.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and January represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots should anticipate potential instrument meteorological conditions, with MVFR conditions occurring 14.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions comprising approximately 15.4% of observations. Wind and visibility considerations will be critical for safe approach and departure planning.

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.