Kincardine Municipal Airport

CYKM / YKD

Kincardine, CA

Last Updated
Apr 21, 16:00Z

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Currently using: CYVV
Weather Source: Wiarton Airport (CYVV)
Distance: 39nm / 72km from CYKM

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
16:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -2°C
18 kt
200° G24 kt
15 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYVV 211600Z 20018G24KT 15SM FEW120 11/M02 A3000 RMK AC1 SLP168

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 772 ft
FEW 12,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
12,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,772 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kincardine Municipal Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 12,000 feet and 15 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (200°) at 18 knots with gusts to 24 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 16-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component (gusting to 12 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 12,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of -2°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: FCST.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
990 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (772 ft)
Pressure Alt
690 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 395 ft
ISA Deviation: -2.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYVV 211340Z 2114/2123 18015G25KT P6SM BKN080 BKN160 BECMG 2117/2119 21012G22KT BECMG 2121/2123 20005KT RMK NXT FCST BY 212000Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:11Z BASE
+0h
VFR 180° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
17:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 210° 12 kt
21:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR 200° 5 kt
FCST

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YKM
05
23 ✈️
13
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
2,087 ft 50 ft ASP 42°
15.6 kt 9.0 kt
30° angle
13/31 4,085 ft 75 ft ASP 121°
3.4 kt 17.7 kt
79° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Kincardine Municipal Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYKM
IATA Code: YKD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 772 ft MSL

Location

City: Kincardine
Country: CA
Latitude: 44.201401°
Longitude: -81.606697°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 2,087 ft
Width: 50 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 4,085 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kincardine Municipal Airport

Overview

Kincardine Municipal Airport serves the coastal community of Kincardine, Ontario, located on the eastern shores of Lake Huron. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 772 feet MSL, the facility provides critical aviation infrastructure for the regional transportation network.

Flying Conditions

The airport's coastal location near Lake Huron influences its meteorological characteristics, with potential for variable wind conditions and rapid weather changes. Pilots should anticipate significant wind shifts due to the airport's proximity to large water bodies, which can impact landing and takeoff conditions.

Notable Features

Kincardine Municipal Airport features two asphalt runways: a shorter 05/23 runway measuring 2,087 feet, and a longer 13/31 runway extending 4,085 feet. The substantial variation in runway lengths provides operational flexibility for different aircraft types and approach requirements.

Approach Considerations

With runways oriented at different angles, pilots have options for approach based on prevailing wind conditions. The longer 13/31 runway offers more comprehensive landing capabilities, potentially providing better operational margins during challenging weather scenarios.

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.