North Central West Virginia Airport

KCKB / CKB

Bridgeport, US

Last Updated
Jun 10, 03:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
03:53Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
5 kt
180°
5 SM
Visibility
3,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KCKB 100353Z AUTO 18005KT 5SM +RA BR BKN037 BKN048 OVC055 22/20 A3001 RMK AO2 RAB49 SLP147 P0001 T02170200

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,217 ft
BKN 3,700 ft AGL
BKN 4,800 ft AGL
OVC 5,500 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,917 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,017 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
5,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,717 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

North Central West Virginia Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 5,500 feet and 5 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (180°) at 5 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 5 SM. The ceiling is 3700 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 20°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 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Mist, Mist. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, Mist between 04:00Z and 06:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
975 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,217 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,135 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,267 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KCKB 092324Z 1000/1024 20006KT P6SM BKN025 FM100300 20005KT 6SM -SHRA BR OVC025 FM100400 19005KT 6SM BR VCTS BKN025CB TEMPO 1004/1006 2SM -SHRA BR OVC015 FM100600 20005KT 4SM -SHRA BR VCTS OVC015CB FM101200 21007KT 6SM -SHRA BR OVC010 FM102000 24008G16KT P6SM SCT015
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:12Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 200° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
06:00Z FM100600
+2h
MVFR 200° 5 kt
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Light Showers Rain, Mist
12:00Z FM101200
+8h
IFR 210° 7 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Light Showers Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CKB
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
7,800 ft 150 ft ASP 23°
4.3 kt 2.5 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 - KCKB

8,152 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.2%
MVFR
23.1%
IFR
6.3%
LIFR
2.5%

North Central West Virginia Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.6 knots. Calm conditions occur 27.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -20°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, October, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 27.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
2.8%
N
7.4%
S
10.5%
W
20.8%
NE
4.4%
NW
6.1%
SE
2.2%
SW
18.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 8°C
Range: -20°C to 32°C
-20°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 9.2 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.7%
Fog Frequency: 1.7%

Best Months for VFR

June October April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt

Statistics computed from 8,152 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

North Central West Virginia Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KCKB
IATA Code: CKB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,217 ft MSL

Location

City: Bridgeport
Country: US
Latitude: 39.296600°
Longitude: -80.228104°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 7,800 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About North Central West Virginia Airport

Overview

North Central West Virginia Airport serves the Bridgeport region as a medium-sized airport located at 1,217 feet mean sea level. Situated in north-central West Virginia with coordinates 39.296600, -80.228104, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and potential general aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KCKB demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 65.7% of observations. Pilots can expect predominantly westerly winds averaging 7.6 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 27 knots. Temperature ranges from -17°C to 31°C suggest potential significant seasonal temperature fluctuations requiring appropriate flight planning.

Notable Features

The airport features a substantial runway 03/21 measuring 7,800 feet with an asphalt surface, providing significant operational flexibility. Wind data indicates 100% runway 03/21 wind favorability, with an average crosswind of just 4.2 knots. The airport experiences calm wind conditions in 30.6% of observations, which can impact takeoff and landing strategies.

Approach Considerations

Optimal VFR flying conditions occur during autumn months, specifically October, September, and November. Visibility averages 9.2 statute miles, with only 2.3% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles. Pilots should be prepared for occasional reduced visibility, with fog present in 2.4% of observations, primarily during non-peak 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.