Bathurst Airport

CZBF / ZBF

South Tetagouche, CA

Last Updated
Apr 23, 06:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
06:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
-1°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -4°C
0 kt
9 SM
Visibility
5,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CZBF 230600Z AUTO 00000KT 9SM SCT047 BKN055 OVC073 M01/M04 A2997 RMK SLP153

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 193 ft
SCT 4,700 ft AGL
BKN 5,500 ft AGL
OVC 7,300 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,893 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,693 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
7,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,493 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Bathurst Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 7,300 feet and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. The ceiling is 5500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is -1°C (30°F) with a dewpoint of -4°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods. Temperatures are at or below freezing. Check for icing conditions and ensure aircraft anti-ice/de-ice systems are operational if required.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 7 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: FCST, FCST.

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.

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

QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1009 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (193 ft)
Pressure Alt
141 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,733 ft
ISA Deviation: -15.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CZBF 221940Z 2220/2303 03007KT P6SM SCT060 SCT120 FM222200 36008KT P6SM OVC060 BECMG 2222/2224 VRB03KT RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 230900Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:11Z BASE
+0h
VFR 30° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ZBF
10
28

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
10/28 5,613 ft 100 ft ASP 82°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
82° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CZBF

8,759 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
58.9%
MVFR
23.5%
IFR
12.3%
LIFR
5.3%

Bathurst Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 58.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 17.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -24°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 5.5% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 8.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.8%
NE
9.1%
E
5.5%
SE
3.7%
S
12.2%
SW
10.3%
W
27.4%
NW
14.3%

Temperature Range

Average: -1.6°C
Range: -24°C to 31°C
-24°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 7.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 5.5%
Fog Frequency: 1.2%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 8,759 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bathurst Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CZBF
IATA Code: ZBF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 193 ft MSL

Location

City: South Tetagouche
Country: CA
Latitude: 47.629700°
Longitude: -65.738899°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 5,613 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Bathurst Airport

Overview

Bathurst Airport (CZBF) is a medium-sized airport located in South Tetagouche, Canada, situated at an elevation of 193 feet MSL. The airport serves the Bathurst region with a single runway 10/28, measuring 5,613 feet and surfaced with asphalt. Its strategic location provides important aviation infrastructure for the northeastern New Brunswick area.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Bathurst Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 62.7% of observations. Pilots can expect moderate meteorological challenges, with Marginal VFR conditions occurring 21.7% of the time and Instrument Flight Rules appearing in 12.3% of reports. Temperature ranges extensively from -24°C to 31°C, with an average of -0.2°C, indicating potential winter operational considerations.

Notable Features

The airport's wind patterns are consistently westerly, with prevailing winds at 270° and an average speed of 7.5 knots. Calm conditions occur 9.4% of the time, while maximum recorded wind speeds reach 29 knots. Visibility is generally good, averaging 7.9 statute miles, with only 4.5% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles and minimal fog occurrence at 1%.

Approach Considerations

Runway 10/28 offers favorable wind conditions 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of just 3.7 knots. September, October, and November represent the most consistent VFR months for operations. Pilots should note the wide temperature range and potential for variable conditions, particularly during shoulder seasons and winter months.

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.