Faro Airport

CZFA / ZFA

Faro, CA

Last Updated
Mar 6, 22:00Z

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Current Weather

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☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
-14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -17°C
16 kt
140° G23 kt
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
993 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CZFA 062200Z 14016G23KT 3/4SM -SN DRSN VV013 M14/M17 A2931 RMK SN8 LAST STFD OBS/NXT 071400Z PRESFR SLP001
QNH
993 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
915 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,351 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,959 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 43 ft
ISA Deviation: -24.3°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ZFA
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
4,000 ft 100 ft GVL 113°
10.3 kt 12.3 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CZFA

1,988 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79.2%
MVFR
12.2%
IFR
7.3%
LIFR
1.3%

Faro Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 5.9 knots. Calm conditions occur 18.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -52°C to 18°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 6.3% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 5.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 18 kt
Calm Winds: 18.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
1.9%
NE
0.6%
E
15.9%
SE
29.9%
S
5.9%
SW
2%
W
9%
NW
15.9%

Temperature Range

Average: -12°C
Range: -52°C to 18°C
-52°C 18°C

Visibility

Average: 24.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 6.3%
Fog Frequency: 7.2%

Best Months for VFR

September October March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 1,988 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Faro Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CZFA
IATA Code: ZFA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,351 ft MSL

Location

City: Faro
Country: CA
Latitude: 62.207500°
Longitude: -133.376007°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+9

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 4,000 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No

About Faro Airport

Overview

Faro Airport (CZFA) is a medium-sized airport located in northern Canada at 62.207500, -133.376007, situated at an elevation of 2351 feet mean sea level. The airport serves regional aviation needs in a challenging northern environment, with a single runway (09/27) measuring 4000 feet in length with a gravel (GVL) surface.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 80.4% of observations supporting clear weather operations. Temperature variations are extreme, ranging from -52°C to 18°C, with an average of -10.7°C. Wind conditions are typically from the southeast at 135°, with an average speed of 5.8 knots and occasional peaks up to 18 knots, with calm conditions occurring 18.1% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (09/27) is positioned to take advantage of prevailing wind conditions, with 100% favorable wind alignment. Visibility is generally excellent, averaging 25.6 statute miles, though pilots should be aware of occasional reduced visibility periods with 9.2% fog occurrences and 6.4% of observations showing visibility below 3 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and December represent the best months for VFR operations, with the most consistent weather conditions. The runway experiences an average crosswind of 3.3 knots, which is typically manageable for most aircraft. Pilots should be prepared for potential winter conditions and significant temperature variations typical of the northern Canadian climate.

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.