Kapuskasing Airport

CYYU / YYU

Kapuskasing, CA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 23:37Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
23:37Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
-17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -20°C
10 kt
20°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1029 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI CYYU 042337Z 02010KT 2 1/2SM -SN VV032 M17/M20 A3038 RMK SN8 SLP314
QNH
1029 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1004 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (743 ft)
Pressure Alt
271 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -3,391 ft
ISA Deviation: -30.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYYU 041940Z 0420/0508 02005KT 3SM -SN SCT020 OVC030 TEMPO 0420/0421 1 1/2SM -SN OVC020 FM042100 04007KT 1SM -SN OVC020 TEMPO 0421/0506 3SM -SN PROB40 0421/0506 3/4SM -SN FM050600 05008KT 5SM -SN BKN015 RMK NXT FCST BY 050200Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:10Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 20° 5 kt
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Snow
06:00Z FM050600
+6h
MVFR 50° 8 kt
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Light Snow, FCST

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YYU
10
28
17
35 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
10/28 3,590 ft 75 ft ASP 90°
3.4 kt 9.4 kt
70° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
5,500 ft 100 ft ASP 156°
8.7 kt 5.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYYU

5,026 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
48.8%
MVFR
31.3%
IFR
15.9%
LIFR
4%

Kapuskasing Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 48.8% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 19.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 8.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 33 knots. Temperature extremes range from -36°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 8% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 8.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 33 kt
Calm Winds: 2.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
12.9%
NE
4.5%
E
5.1%
SE
8.1%
S
19.1%
SW
10.5%
W
17.8%
NW
20%

Temperature Range

Average: -5.7°C
Range: -36°C to 28°C
-36°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 11.2 SM
Below 3 SM: 8%
Fog Frequency: 2.5%

Best Months for VFR

October September January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt

Statistics computed from 5,026 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kapuskasing Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYYU
IATA Code: YYU
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 743 ft MSL

Location

City: Kapuskasing
Country: CA
Latitude: 49.411587°
Longitude: -82.469645°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 3,590 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 5,500 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kapuskasing Airport

Overview

Kapuskasing Airport serves the northeastern Ontario region, located in a remote area with significant transportation infrastructure needs. Situated at 743 ft MSL, the airport provides critical access for regional transportation, resource industry support, and emergency services. Its medium-sized classification and dual runway configuration make it an important aviation facility for the Kapuskasing area.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect highly variable weather conditions, with visual flight rules (VFR) prevailing 47.6% of the time and marginal VFR conditions occurring 30.6% of observations. Temperature ranges dramatically from -33°C to 28°C, creating significant seasonal weather challenges. Wind patterns are predominantly westerly at an average of 8.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 33 knots that can impact flight operations.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalted runways with substantial lengths: Runway 10/28 at 3,590 ft and Runway 17/35 at 5,500 ft. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind components of 5.4 and 4.6 knots respectively. The geographical location suggests potential for challenging northern Ontario weather conditions, including frequent visibility restrictions and temperature extremes.

Approach Considerations

Visibility averages 11.1 statute miles, with 8.8% of observations showing reduced visibility below 3 statute miles. Pilots should anticipate potential fog events (3.2% of observations) and prepare accordingly. September, October, and January represent the most consistent VFR months, offering more predictable approach and landing conditions for aviators.

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.