Ignace Municipal Airport

CZUC / ZUC

Ignace, CA

Last Updated
Apr 22, 08:00Z

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Currently using: CYXL
Weather Source: Sioux Lookout Airport (CYXL)
Distance: 42nm / 77km from CZUC

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 51 min ago
08:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -7°C
0 kt
15 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYXL 220800Z 00000KT 15SM SCT130 04/M07 A2993 RMK AC4 SLP150

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,435 ft
SCT 13,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
13,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
14,435 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Ignace Municipal Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 13,000 feet and 15 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 13,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 4°C (39°F) with a dewpoint of -7°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: FCST. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 08:00Z and 20:00Z.

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
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
966 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,435 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,413 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 437 ft
ISA Deviation: -8.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYXL 220740Z 2208/2220 12005KT P6SM SCT100 TEMPO 2208/2220 BKN100 BECMG 2217/2219 16010KT RMK NXT FCST BY 221400Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:50Z BASE
+0h
VFR 120° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
17:00Z BECMG
+9h
VFR 160° 10 kt
FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ZUC
05
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 3,512 ft 75 ft ASP 49°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
49° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Ignace Municipal Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CZUC
IATA Code: ZUC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,435 ft MSL

Location

City: Ignace
Country: CA
Latitude: 49.428204°
Longitude: -91.720418°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 3,512 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Ignace Municipal Airport

Overview

Ignace Municipal Airport (CZUC) is a medium-sized airport located in Ignace, Ontario, Canada. Situated at coordinates 49.428204, -91.720418, the airport serves the local transportation needs of the Ignace region, providing critical aviation infrastructure in northwestern Ontario.

Flying Conditions

The airport elevation of 1435 feet MSL places it in a terrain environment with potential for variable weather conditions. Pilots should anticipate typical northwestern Ontario weather patterns, which can include rapid changes in visibility and wind conditions, particularly during transitional seasons.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (05/23) with an asphalt surface measuring 3512 feet in length. Its geographic position suggests potential challenges related to regional terrain, including potential wind shear and localized atmospheric variations typical of the Canadian shield landscape.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 provides a primary approach vector aligned with the local terrain. Given the runway's moderate length of 3512 feet, pilots should carefully assess aircraft performance parameters and current meteorological conditions prior to landing, particularly during challenging seasonal transitions.

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
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.