Leaf Rapids Airport

CYLR / YLR

Leaf Rapids, CA

Last Updated
Apr 23, 00:00Z

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Currently using: CYYL
Weather Source: Lynn Lake Airport (CYYL)
Distance: 42nm / 77km from CYLR

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 43 min ago
00:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
-1°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -8°C
14 kt
80° G19 kt
9 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYYL 230000Z AUTO 08014G19KT 9SM CLR M01/M08 A2995 RMK SLP170

Weather Briefing

VFR

Leaf Rapids Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (80°) at 14 knots with gusts to 19 knots. Runway 36 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 14-knot crosswind component (gusting to 19 knots crosswind).

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is -1°C (30°F) with a dewpoint of -8°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. Temperatures are at or below freezing. Check for icing conditions and ensure aircraft anti-ice/de-ice systems are operational if required.

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 Snow, FCST, FCST. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Snow, FCST, FCST between 04:00Z and 07:00Z.

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
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
982 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (959 ft)
Pressure Alt
937 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -753 ft
ISA Deviation: -14.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYYL 221840Z 2219/2307 10010G20KT P6SM OVC025 FM222100 09010KT P6SM BKN030 OVC200 FM230400 08010G20KT P6SM SCT020 OVC120 TEMPO 2304/2307 5SM -SN OVC020 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 230100Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:43Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 100° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
04:00Z FM230400
+4h
VFR 80° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 12,000 ft
04:00Z TEMPO
+4h
MVFR
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Light Snow, FCST, FCST

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YLR
18
36 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
3,000 ft 75 ft ASP 183°
2.4 kt 13.8 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Leaf Rapids Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYLR
IATA Code: YLR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 959 ft MSL

Location

City: Leaf Rapids
Country: CA
Latitude: 56.513302°
Longitude: -99.985298°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 3,000 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Leaf Rapids Airport

Overview

Leaf Rapids Airport serves the remote community of Leaf Rapids in northern Canada, located at 56.513302, -99.985298. As a medium airport situated at 959 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for this isolated region, supporting regional and utility aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

The airport's northern latitude means pilots can expect significant seasonal weather variations, with potential challenging conditions during winter months. At 959 feet elevation, the airport experiences typical Manitoba subarctic climate patterns that can include rapid weather shifts and reduced visibility.

Notable Features

The single runway 18/36 is 3000 feet long with an asphalt surface, offering sufficient length for medium-sized aircraft operations. The airport's geographic positioning in a remote northern landscape suggests potential terrain complexity and limited surrounding infrastructure that pilots should carefully assess during flight planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 18/36's orientation suggests potential crosswind considerations, particularly given the open terrain characteristics of the region. Pilots should anticipate potential wind variability and prepare for potential wind-related approach adjustments when landing at this northern airport.

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
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.