Prince Albert Glass Field

CYPA / YPA

Prince Albert, CA

Last Updated
Jun 25, 08:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 20 min ago
08:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
2 kt
Variable
9 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYPA 250800Z AUTO VRB02KT 9SM SCT190 11/10 A3006 RMK SLP187

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,405 ft
SCT 19,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
19,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
20,405 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Prince Albert Glass Field is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 19,000 feet and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 19,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Mist, FCST, FCST. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 10:00Z and 12:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
971 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,405 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,263 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,120 ft
ISA Deviation: -1.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYPA 250640Z 2507/2519 VRB03KT P6SM FEW090 TEMPO 2510/2512 3SM BR FM251500 VRB03KT P6SM FEW020 SCT050 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 251300Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:19Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
10:00Z TEMPO
+2h
MVFR
Visibility: 3SM
Mist
15:00Z FM251500
+7h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
FCST, FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YPA
08
26
16
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
08/26 5,000 ft 150 ft ASP 91° No wind data
16/34 2,500 ft 100 ft GRS 169° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYPA

9,251 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
66.6%
MVFR
24.1%
IFR
6.4%
LIFR
2.9%

Prince Albert Glass Field typically experiences VFR conditions 66.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Temperature extremes range from -40°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 6.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
22.3%
N
12.6%
S
7.1%
W
16.3%
NE
9.7%
NW
12.8%
SE
5.9%
SW
6.8%

Temperature Range

Average: -3.6°C
Range: -40°C to 35°C
-40°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 4%
Fog Frequency: 3.7%

Best Months for VFR

June May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt
Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt

Statistics computed from 9,251 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Prince Albert Glass Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYPA
IATA Code: YPA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,405 ft MSL

Location

City: Prince Albert
Country: CA
Latitude: 53.214199°
Longitude: -105.672997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 2,500 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

About Prince Albert Glass Field

Overview

Prince Albert Glass Field serves as a critical medium-sized airport located in Saskatchewan, Canada, positioned at 53.214199, -105.672997 and elevated at 1405 ft MSL. The airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the Prince Albert region, supporting both local and transient aircraft operations with its dual-runway configuration.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at CYPA demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions predominating at 63.7% of observations. Pilots can expect predominantly easterly winds averaging 7.6 knots, with temperature ranges spanning from -37°C to 29°C. Seasonal VFR opportunities are most favorable in September, October, and January, while reduced visibility occurs in approximately 3.8% of observations.

Notable Features

The airport features two distinct runways: a 5000-foot asphalt runway (08/26) and a 2500-foot grass runway (16/34). Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind conditions of 4.2 knots for 08/26 and 5 knots for 16/34. The geographic positioning suggests a relatively flat terrain characteristic of the Saskatchewan landscape.

Approach Considerations

Wind data indicates consistent easterly prevailing winds, which generally favors operations on runway 08/26. Pilots should anticipate potential wind variations, with recorded maximum wind speeds reaching 35 knots. Calm wind conditions occur in 7.3% of observations, requiring standard wind assessment procedures during approach and landing.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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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.