North Central West Virginia Airport

KCKB / CKB

Bridgeport, US

Last Updated
Jun 10, 05:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 22 min ago
05:53Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
1,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KCKB 100553Z AUTO 00000KT 10SM BKN017 BKN023 OVC028 22/20 A3000 RMK AO2 SLP145 60007 T02170200 10228 20217 56006

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,217 ft
BKN 1,700 ft AGL
BKN 2,300 ft AGL
OVC 2,800 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,917 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,517 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
2,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,017 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

North Central West Virginia Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 2,800 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 1700 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 20°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 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Mist. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, Mist between 06:00Z and 10:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, Mist between 10:00Z and 13:00Z.

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
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
975 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,217 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,135 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,267 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KCKB 100533Z 1006/1106 20004KT P6SM VCTS BKN025 OVC035CB TEMPO 1006/1010 4SM -SHRA BR BKN015 OVC025 FM101000 22007KT P6SM VCTS BKN025 OVC035CB TEMPO 1010/1013 4SM -SHRA BR BKN015 FM101300 22008G16KT P6SM VCTS BKN015CB FM101800 24009G18KT P6SM BKN025 FM102300 23007KT P6SM BKN035
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:15Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 200° 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
10:00Z FM101000
+4h
MVFR 220° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
10:00Z TEMPO
+4h
MVFR
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Light Showers Rain, Mist
13:00Z FM101300
+7h
MVFR 220° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CKB
03
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 7,800 ft 150 ft ASP 23°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
23° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KCKB

8,152 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.2%
MVFR
23.1%
IFR
6.3%
LIFR
2.5%

North Central West Virginia Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.6 knots. Calm conditions occur 27.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -20°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, October, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 27.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
2.8%
N
7.4%
S
10.5%
W
20.8%
NE
4.4%
NW
6.1%
SE
2.2%
SW
18.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 8°C
Range: -20°C to 32°C
-20°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 9.2 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.7%
Fog Frequency: 1.7%

Best Months for VFR

June October April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt

Statistics computed from 8,152 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

North Central West Virginia Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KCKB
IATA Code: CKB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,217 ft MSL

Location

City: Bridgeport
Country: US
Latitude: 39.296600°
Longitude: -80.228104°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 7,800 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About North Central West Virginia Airport

Overview

North Central West Virginia Airport serves the Bridgeport region as a medium-sized airport located at 1,217 feet mean sea level. Situated in north-central West Virginia with coordinates 39.296600, -80.228104, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and potential general aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KCKB demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 65.7% of observations. Pilots can expect predominantly westerly winds averaging 7.6 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 27 knots. Temperature ranges from -17°C to 31°C suggest potential significant seasonal temperature fluctuations requiring appropriate flight planning.

Notable Features

The airport features a substantial runway 03/21 measuring 7,800 feet with an asphalt surface, providing significant operational flexibility. Wind data indicates 100% runway 03/21 wind favorability, with an average crosswind of just 4.2 knots. The airport experiences calm wind conditions in 30.6% of observations, which can impact takeoff and landing strategies.

Approach Considerations

Optimal VFR flying conditions occur during autumn months, specifically October, September, and November. Visibility averages 9.2 statute miles, with only 2.3% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles. Pilots should be prepared for occasional reduced visibility, with fog present in 2.4% of observations, primarily during non-peak months.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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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.