Birch Hills Airport

CJD3

Birch Hills, CA

Last Updated
Apr 22, 11:00Z

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Currently using: CYPA
Weather Source: Prince Albert Glass Field (CYPA)
Distance: 16nm / 29km from CJD3

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 39 min ago
11:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
2°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
7 kt
60°
9 SM
Visibility
13,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYPA 221100Z AUTO 06007KT 9SM FEW110 BKN130 OVC160 02/M01 A2977 RMK SLP099

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,500 ft
FEW 11,000 ft AGL
BKN 13,000 ft AGL
OVC 16,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
11,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,500 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
13,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
14,500 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
16,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
17,500 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Birch Hills Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 16,000 feet and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (60°) at 7 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. The ceiling is 13000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 2°C (36°F) with a dewpoint of -1°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: FCST, FCST. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 3 to 15 knots.

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
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
958 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,500 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,658 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 458 ft
ISA Deviation: -10.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYPA 220640Z 2207/2219 VRB03KT P6SM SCT180 FM221000 10010KT P6SM BKN100 BECMG 2213/2215 10015KT RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 221300Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:38Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
13:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 100° 15 kt
FCST, FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JD3
09 ✈️
27
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
2,660 ft 75 ft ASPHALT
6.1 kt 3.5 kt
30° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
1,800 ft 75 ft TURF
2.4 kt 6.6 kt
110° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Birch Hills Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CJD3
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,500 ft MSL

Location

City: Birch Hills
Country: CA
Latitude: 52.990799°
Longitude: -105.445000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 2,660 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASPHALT
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 1,800 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: TURF
ILS: No

About Birch Hills Airport

Birch Hills Airport (CJD3) is located in Birch Hills, CA at an elevation of 1,500 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (09/27, 17/35), with the longest at 2,660 feet.

Airport Overview

Birch Hills Airport serves Birch Hills in CA. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 2 runways (09/27, 17/35) with asphalt and turf surfaces. The longest runway measures 2,660 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

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 CJD3, 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.