Bow Island Airport

CEF3

Bow Island, CA

Last Updated
May 14, 23:00Z

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Currently using: CYXH
Weather Source: Medicine Hat Regional Airport (CYXH)
Distance: 25nm / 46km from CEF3

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 50 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
24 kt
260° G37 kt
30 SM
Visibility
7,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1001 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYXH 142300Z 26024G37KT 30SM -TSRA BKN075CB BKN220 16/05 A2956 RMK CB6CI1 PRESRR SLP015 DENSITY ALT 3500FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,634 ft
BKN 7,500 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 22,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN (CB)
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
7,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,134 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
22,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
24,634 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Bow Island Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 7,500 feet and 30 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (260°) at 24 knots with gusts to 37 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 21-knot headwind and 12-knot crosswind component (gusting to 19 knots crosswind). These are strong winds that may exceed crosswind limits for light aircraft.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 30 SM. The ceiling is 7500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 7,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 7 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain, FCST. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 23:00Z and 00:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with FCST between 00:00Z and 06:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. Gusty conditions may exceed demonstrated crosswind components for many general aviation aircraft. Check your aircraft's limitations. 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
1001 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
913 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,634 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,002 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,754 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD CYXH 142300Z 1423/1506 24020KT P6SM FEW080 TEMPO 1423/1424 VRB20G30KT P6SM TSRA BKN080CB FM150000 24012KT P6SM SCT100 TEMPO 1500/1506 BKN100 RMK NXT FCST BY 150000Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:49Z BASE
+0h
VFR 240° 20 kt
Visibility: >6SM
00:00Z FM150000
+1h
VFR 240° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
00:00Z TEMPO
+1h
VFR
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EF3
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
3,000 ft 75 ft ASP 66°
20.8 kt 12.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Bow Island Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CEF3
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,634 ft MSL

Location

City: Bow Island
Country: CA
Latitude: 49.883301°
Longitude: -111.333000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 3,000 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Bow Island Airport

Bow Island Airport (CEF3) is located in Bow Island, CA at an elevation of 2,634 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (05/23), with the longest at 3,000 feet.

Airport Overview

Bow Island Airport serves Bow Island 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 (05/23) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 3,000 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 CEF3, 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.