New Bight Airport

MYCB / TBI

Cat Island, BS

Last Updated
Dec 17, 23:00Z

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Current Weather

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VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
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Raw METAR

METAR MYCB 172300Z AUTO /////KT ///V/// //// R09///// // FEW023 SCT047 //////CB 24/21 A3000

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 5 ft
FEW 2,300 ft AGL
SCT 4,700 ft AGL
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FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,305 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,705 ft AMSL

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YCB
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading
09/27 5,050 ft 100 ft ASP 85°

Weather Statistics - MYCB

1,234 observations | Sep 2025 - Dec 2025

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
89.7%
MVFR
9.9%
IFR
0.4%
LIFR
0%

New Bight Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 89.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.9 knots. Temperatures typically range between 17°C and 34°C with an average of 26°C. The best months for VFR flying are November, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 17 kt
Calm Winds: 1.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.2%
NE
30.2%
E
34.6%
SE
6.6%
S
6.3%
SW
6.7%
W
5.8%
NW
1.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 26°C
Range: 17°C to 34°C
17°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

November September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 1,234 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Dec 2025). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

New Bight Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MYCB
IATA Code: TBI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5 ft MSL

Location

City: Cat Island
Country: BS
Latitude: 24.315300°
Longitude: -75.452301°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 5,050 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About New Bight Airport

Overview

New Bight Airport serves Cat Island in the Bahamas, providing critical air transportation infrastructure for this remote island location. Situated at a low elevation of 5 ft MSL, the airport supports medium-sized aircraft operations with its 5050-foot asphalt runway.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions, with 89.7% of observations showing clear weather and excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles. The airport experiences consistent easterly winds at an average of 6.9 knots, with temperatures ranging from 17°C to 34°C, creating generally stable flying conditions.

Notable Features

Cat Island's geographic position in the Bahamas presents a relatively flat terrain surrounding the airport, with minimal terrain challenges for approaching aircraft. The airport's single runway (09/27) is aligned to take full advantage of the prevailing easterly wind conditions, which occur in 100% of wind observations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 offers optimal wind alignment, with an average crosswind component of just 3.5 knots. Pilots should note the most favorable VFR months are November, September, and October, which provide the most consistent flying conditions for arrivals and departures.

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.