Alert Bay Airport

CYAL / YAL

Alert Bay, CA

Last Updated
May 15, 02:16Z

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Currently using: CYZT
Weather Source: Port Hardy Airport (CYZT)
Distance: 18nm / 34km from CYAL

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 50 min ago
02:16Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
6 kt
110°
10 SM
Visibility
4,800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI CYZT 150216Z 11006KT 10SM FEW009 SCT032 BKN048 09/08 A3001 RMK SF1SC4SC2 SF TR SLP165

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 240 ft
FEW 900 ft AGL
SCT 3,200 ft AGL
BKN 4,800 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,140 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,440 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,040 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Alert Bay Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,800 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (110°) at 6 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 4800 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 9°C (48°F) with a dewpoint of 8°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 fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Light Showers Rain, Mist, FCST. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, Mist between 01:00Z and 04:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 04:00Z and 09:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with FCST between 09:00Z and 13:00Z.

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. 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
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1008 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (240 ft)
Pressure Alt
158 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -504 ft
ISA Deviation: -5.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYZT 150040Z 1501/1513 27005KT P6SM -SHRA SCT020 OVC040 TEMPO 1501/1504 3SM -SHRA BR BKN020 OVC040 FM150400 26008KT P6SM BKN040 TEMPO 1504/1509 P6SM -SHRA BKN020 FM150900 22005KT P6SM SCT020 BKN040 TEMPO 1509/1513 BKN020 RMK NXT FCST BY 150700Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:06Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
04:00Z FM150400
+1h
VFR 260° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
04:00Z TEMPO
+1h
MVFR
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
09:00Z FM150900
+6h
VFR 220° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YAL
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
2,900 ft 75 ft ASPHALT
5.6 kt 2.1 kt
160° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Alert Bay Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYAL
IATA Code: YAL
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 240 ft MSL

Location

City: Alert Bay
Country: CA
Latitude: 50.582199°
Longitude: -126.916000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 2,900 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASPHALT
ILS: No

About Alert Bay Airport

Alert Bay Airport (CYAL/YAL) is located in Alert Bay, CA at an elevation of 240 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (09/27), with the longest at 2,900 feet.

Airport Overview

Alert Bay Airport serves Alert Bay 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 (09/27) with asphalt surface. The longest runway measures 2,900 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the Transport Canada 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 Canada Air Pilot for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from CYAL, 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.