Edward Bodden Little Cayman Airfield

MWCL / LYB

Blossom Village, KY

Last Updated
Mar 4, 18:00Z

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Distance: 12nm / 22km from MWCL

Current Weather

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18:00Z

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Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
10 kt
90°
10+ km
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Raw METAR

METAR MWCB 041800Z 09010KT 9999 FEW016 30/23 Q1016

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3 ft
FEW 1,600 ft AGL
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FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,603 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MWCB 041700Z 0418/0518 07012G22KT 9999 SCT018
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:12Z BASE
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VFR 70° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
WCL
10
28 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 28
3,275 ft 0 ft GRS
9.8 kt 1.7 kt
170° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Edward Bodden Little Cayman Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MWCL
IATA Code: LYB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3 ft MSL

Location

City: Blossom Village
Country: KY
Latitude: 19.660161°
Longitude: -80.088826°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 3,275 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

About Edward Bodden Little Cayman Airfield

Overview

Edward Bodden Little Cayman Airfield serves the smallest of the Cayman Islands, providing critical transportation infrastructure for Blossom Village and the surrounding region. Located at coordinates 19.660161, -80.088826, this medium airport is essential for connecting Little Cayman to other regional destinations. The airfield sits at a low elevation of 3 ft mean sea level, typical of Caribbean island airports.

Flying Conditions

The airport's low elevation and coastal location suggest potential for variable wind conditions and marine-influenced weather patterns. Pilots should anticipate potential crosswind challenges on the single runway 10/28, which measures 3,275 feet with a grass surface. The tropical maritime environment may produce rapid weather changes, requiring careful preflight planning and in-flight awareness.

Notable Features

The grass runway (GRS) represents a unique surface characteristic that demands specific landing and takeoff techniques compared to paved runways. Its orientation of 10/28 indicates the primary approach axes are aligned approximately along the east-west axis. The relatively short runway length of 3,275 feet requires precise aircraft performance calculations and heightened pilot technique.

Approach Considerations

Approach to Edward Bodden Little Cayman Airfield will require careful consideration of the grass surface and potential wind variations. The runway's east-west orientation suggests potential for direct crosswinds from northerly or southerly wind directions. Pilots should conduct thorough performance calculations considering the grass surface and ensure appropriate aircraft capabilities for this medium airport environment.

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.