Dunsford Heliport

CDU8

Dunsford, CA

Last Updated
May 14, 22:00Z

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Currently using: CYPQ
Weather Source: Peterborough Municipal Airport (CYPQ)
Distance: 20nm / 36km from CDU8

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 47 min ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
8 kt
360° G15 kt
9 SM
Visibility
1,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYPQ 142200Z AUTO 36008G15KT 9SM BKN017 OVC023 09/07 A2987 RMK SLP121

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 854 ft
BKN 1,700 ft AGL
OVC 2,300 ft AGL
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BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,554 ft AMSL
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OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,154 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Dunsford Heliport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 2,300 feet and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (360°) at 8 knots with gusts to 15 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. The ceiling is 1700 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 9°C (48°F) with a dewpoint of 7°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 6 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Light Rain, Mist, Light Rain, FCST, FCST. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain between 20:00Z and 21:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with FCST, FCST between 21:00Z and 02:00Z.

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.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
984 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (854 ft)
Pressure Alt
892 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 377 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYPQ 141940Z 1420/1502 34010KT 5SM -RA BR SCT010 OVC020 TEMPO 1420/1421 P6SM -RA SCT015 OVC025 FM142100 35010KT P6SM OVC020 TEMPO 1421/1502 OVC025 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 151000Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:46Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 340° 10 kt
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Light Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

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Dunsford Heliport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CDU8
Type: heliport
Status: active
Elevation: 854 ft MSL

Location

City: Dunsford
Country: CA
Latitude: 44.502000°
Longitude: -78.617833°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway information not available

About Dunsford Heliport

Dunsford Heliport (CDU8) is located in Dunsford, CA at an elevation of 854 feet MSL.

Airport Overview

Dunsford Heliport serves Dunsford in CA.

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 CDU8, 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.