Alberni Valley Regional Airport

CBS8 / YPB

Port Alberni, CA

Last Updated
Jun 9, 19:47Z

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Currently using: CYQQ
Weather Source: Comox Valley Airport / CFB Comox (CYQQ)
Distance: 23nm / 43km from CBS8

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 8 min ago
19:47Z

🌇 Dusk
VFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
7 kt
40°
20 SM
Visibility
6,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI CYQQ 091947Z 04007KT 020V100 20SM -SHRA FEW048TCU BKN060 OVC070 15/11 A2981 RMK TCU2SC3AC3 DENSITY ALT 406FT TCU N QUAD SLP095

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 250 ft
FEW 4,800 ft AGL (TCU)
BKN 6,000 ft AGL
OVC 7,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (TCU)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,050 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,250 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,250 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Alberni Valley Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 7,000 feet and 20 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (40°) at 7 knots. Runway 12/30 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 20 SM. The ceiling is 6000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 4,800 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 11°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 30 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Light Showers Rain, Mist, FCST. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 21:00Z and 23:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, Mist between 23:00Z and 14:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1001 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (250 ft)
Pressure Alt
378 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 438 ft
ISA Deviation: +0.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYQQ 091740Z 0918/1024 10008KT P6SM BKN070 FM092100 VRB03KT P6SM BKN040 TEMPO 0921/0923 P6SM -SHRA FM092300 34005KT P6SM SCT012 BKN025 TEMPO 0923/1014 5SM -SHRA BR FEW008 OVC012 FM101500 VRB03KT P6SM BKN040 BECMG 1016/1018 SCT060 RMK NXT FCST BY 100000Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:55Z BASE
+0h
VFR 100° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 7,000 ft
21:00Z FM092100
+2h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
21:00Z TEMPO
+2h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
Light Showers Rain
23:00Z FM092300
+4h
MVFR 340° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BS8
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
3,952 ft 75 ft ASP 135°
1.2 kt 6.9 kt
100° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Alberni Valley Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CBS8
IATA Code: YPB
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 250 ft MSL

Location

City: Port Alberni
Country: CA
Latitude: 49.321899°
Longitude: -124.931000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 3,952 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Alberni Valley Regional Airport

Alberni Valley Regional Airport (CBS8/YPB) is located in Port Alberni, CA at an elevation of 250 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (12/30), with the longest at 3,952 feet.

Airport Overview

Alberni Valley Regional Airport serves Port Alberni 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 (12/30) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 3,952 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 CBS8, 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.