What is the current weather at Grovedale Fire Hall Heliport?

Current conditions at Grovedale Fire Hall Heliport (CGR8) are VFR. Temperature is 11°C. Winds are from 210° at 8 knots.

Does CGR8 have an ILS approach?

Grovedale Fire Hall Heliport (CGR8) does not have ILS equipment listed. Check the current AIP for available instrument approaches.

What is the elevation of CGR8?

Grovedale Fire Hall Heliport (CGR8) has a field elevation of 2,188 feet MSL.

What is the ICAO code for Grovedale Fire Hall Heliport?

The ICAO code for Grovedale Fire Hall Heliport is CGR8.

Where is CGR8 located?

Grovedale Fire Hall Heliport (CGR8) is located near Greenview No. 16, CA at coordinates 55.021625°N, -118.861901°E.

How often is the METAR updated for CGR8?

METAR reports for Grovedale Fire Hall Heliport (CGR8) are typically issued once per hour, around 55 minutes past the hour. Special METARs (SPECI) are issued when significant weather changes occur. MetarCentral updates data from official sources every 5 minutes.

Does CGR8 have a TAF forecast?

TAF (Terminal Aerodrome Forecast) availability depends on the airport. Check the CGR8 TAF page at metarcentral.com/airport/CGR8/taf for the latest forecast, which covers a 24-30 hour period and is updated every 6 hours.

What does VFR mean at CGR8?

Grovedale Fire Hall Heliport is currently reporting VFR conditions. VFR (Visual Flight Rules) means visibility is greater than 5 statute miles and ceiling is above 3,000 feet AGL. These are good conditions for visual flying.

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Grovedale Fire Hall Heliport

CGR8

Greenview No. 16, CA

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Jul 4, 11:00Z

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Current Weather

Display Units

Time

Temp

Wind

Alt

QNH

Recent 38 min ago

11:00Z

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VFR

Flight Rules

11°C

Temperature

Dewpoint: 9°C

8 kt

210°

25 SM

Visibility

11,000 ft

Ceiling

Above Ground Level

1013 hPa

QNH

Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYQU 041100Z 21008KT 25SM FEW061 BKN110 11/09 A2990 RMK SC2AC4 SLP135

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft

9,000ft

6,000ft

3,000ft

Ground

Field Elev: 2,188 ft

FEW 6,100 ft AGL

BKN 11,000 ft AGL

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FEW

Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)

6,100 ft

AGL (Above Ground)

8,288 ft AMSL

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BKN

Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)

11,000 ft

AGL (Above Ground)

13,188 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Grovedale Fire Hall Heliport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 11,000 feet and 25 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (210°) at 8 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 25 SM. The ceiling is 11000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 9°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 12 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, FCST. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 09:00Z and 12:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with FCST between 18:00Z and 19:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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

1013 hPa

Sea Level Pressure

For altitude above MSL

QFE

940 hPa

Field Pressure

Height above aerodrome (2,188 ft)

Pressure Alt

2,196 ft

QNE Reference

Standard: 1013 hPa

Density Altitude: 2,241 ft

ISA Deviation: +0.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYQU 040640Z 0407/0419 26008KT P6SM BKN160 FM040900 25006KT P6SM SCT070 BKN160 TEMPO 0409/0412 P6SM -SHRA BKN070 BKN160 FM041200 20008KT P6SM FEW070 SCT160 BECMG 0413/0415 25010G20KT FM041500 25010G20KT P6SM FEW050 FM041800 27012KT P6SM SCT060 TEMPO 0418/0419 BKN060 RMK NXT FCST BY 041300Z

Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)

11:38Z BASE

+0h

VFR 260° 8 kt

Visibility: >6SM

Ceiling: 16,000 ft

12:00Z FM041200

+1h

VFR 200° 8 kt

Visibility: >6SM

13:00Z BECMG

+2h

VFR 250° 10 kt

15:00Z FM041500

+4h

VFR 250° 10 kt

Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Grovedale Fire Hall Heliport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CGR8

Type: heliport

Status: active

Elevation: 2,188 ft MSL

Location

City: Greenview No. 16

Country: CA

Latitude: 55.021625°

Longitude: -118.861901°

Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

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About Grovedale Fire Hall Heliport

Grovedale Fire Hall Heliport (CGR8) is located in Greenview No. 16, CA at an elevation of 2,188 feet MSL.

Airport Overview

Grovedale Fire Hall Heliport serves Greenview No. 16 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 CGR8, 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.

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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.