Hearst René Fontaine Municipal Airport

CYHF / YHF

Hearst, CA

Last Updated
Apr 22, 02:00Z

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Currently using: CYYU
Weather Source: Kapuskasing Airport (CYYU)
Distance: 51nm / 94km from CYHF

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
02:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -4°C
5 kt
30°
15 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYYU 220200Z 03005KT 15SM FEW076 SCT230 06/M04 A2989 RMK AC1CI3 SLP134

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 827 ft
FEW 7,600 ft AGL
SCT 23,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
7,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,427 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
23,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
23,827 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Hearst René Fontaine Municipal Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 23,000 feet and 15 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (30°) at 5 knots. Runway 04/22 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 7,600 ft, scattered at 23,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 6°C (43°F) with a dewpoint of -4°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Mist, FCST. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Mist, FCST between 05:00Z and 12:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
984 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (827 ft)
Pressure Alt
865 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -17 ft
ISA Deviation: -7.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYYU 220140Z 2202/2214 03007G17KT P6SM FEW070 FM220500 VRB03KT P6SM SKC PROB30 2205/2212 3/4SM BR BKN002 RMK NXT FCST BY 220800Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:19Z BASE
+0h
VFR 30° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
05:00Z FM220500
+3h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
05:00Z PROB30
+3h
LIFR
Visibility: 3/4SM
Ceiling: 200 ft
Mist, FCST

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YHF
04 ✈️
22

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 04
4,500 ft 100 ft ASP 32°
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

Hearst René Fontaine Municipal Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYHF
IATA Code: YHF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 827 ft MSL

Location

City: Hearst
Country: CA
Latitude: 49.714199°
Longitude: -83.686096°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 4,500 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Hearst René Fontaine Municipal Airport

Overview

Hearst René Fontaine Municipal Airport serves the community of Hearst in Ontario, Canada, located at coordinates 49.714199, -83.686096. As a medium-sized airport situated at an elevation of 827 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and local operational needs.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation at 827 ft MSL suggests a moderate terrain environment typical of northern Ontario. Being situated at this latitude, pilots should anticipate potential significant seasonal weather variations that could impact flying conditions, particularly during winter months when northern Ontario experiences challenging meteorological conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single asphalt runway (04/22) with a substantial length of 4,500 feet, which provides adequate runway capacity for medium-sized aircraft operations. Its geographic location in northern Ontario indicates potential challenges related to remote airport operations, including potential limited support infrastructure and variable environmental conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 04/22's orientation suggests potential crosswind considerations during approach and landing. Pilots should carefully evaluate wind conditions and runway alignment when planning arrivals and departures, utilizing the full 4,500-foot runway length to ensure safe operational margins.

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.