Alberni Valley Regional Airport

CBS8 / YPB

Port Alberni, CA

Last Updated
May 14, 18:00Z

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Currently using: CYQQ
Weather Source: Comox Valley Airport / CFB Comox (CYQQ)
Distance: 23nm / 43km from CBS8

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 58 min ago
18:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
8 kt
60°
20 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYQQ 141800Z 06008KT 20SM FEW050 FEW070 SCT120 14/06 A3005 RMK CU1AC2AC1 DENSITY ALT -41FT SLP178

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 250 ft
FEW 5,000 ft AGL
FEW 7,000 ft AGL
SCT 12,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,250 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,250 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
12,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,250 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Alberni Valley Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 12,000 feet and 20 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (60°) at 8 knots. Runway 12/30 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 20 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 5,000 ft, few at 7,000 ft, scattered at 12,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, FCST. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 20:00Z and 01:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 09:00Z and 16:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 16:00Z and 21:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1010 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (250 ft)
Pressure Alt
108 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 48 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYQQ 141740Z 1418/1524 05008KT P6SM SCT050 TEMPO 1420/1501 P6SM -SHRA SCT025 BKN050 BECMG 1420/1422 18008KT FM150600 VRB03KT P6SM SCT020 BKN040 TEMPO 1509/1516 BKN020 FM151600 VRB03KT P6SM SCT015 OVC030 TEMPO 1516/1521 P6SM -SHRA BKN015 BECMG 1516/1518 14010KT FM152100 14012KT P6SM FEW025 BKN040 OVC160 RMK NXT FCST BY 150000Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:58Z BASE
+0h
VFR 50° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
20:00Z TEMPO
+2h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
20:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 180° 8 kt
06:00Z FM150600
+12h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BS8
12 ✈️
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
3,952 ft 75 ft ASP 135°
4.0 kt 6.9 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Alberni Valley Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CBS8
IATA Code: YPB
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 250 ft MSL

Location

City: Port Alberni
Country: CA
Latitude: 49.321899°
Longitude: -124.931000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 3,952 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Alberni Valley Regional Airport

Alberni Valley Regional Airport (CBS8/YPB) is located in Port Alberni, CA at an elevation of 250 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (12/30), with the longest at 3,952 feet.

Airport Overview

Alberni Valley Regional Airport serves Port Alberni in CA. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (12/30) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 3,952 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check appropriate aeronautical charts for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from CBS8, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.