Beichuan Yongchang Airport

ZUBC / BCJ

Mianyang, CN

Last Updated
Jul 4, 12:00Z

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Currently using: ZUUU
Weather Source: Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (ZUUU)
Distance: 67nm / 124km from ZUBC

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 37 min ago
12:00Z
☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
4 kt
210°
10+ km
Visibility
5,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1003 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ZUUU 041200Z 21002MPS 9999 BKN050 31/20 Q1003 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,012 ft
BKN 5,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,012 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Beichuan Yongchang Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 5,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (210°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 5000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 20°C, indicating relatively dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period.

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
1003 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
936 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,012 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,320 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,723 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +20.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF ZUUU 040901Z 0412/0512 20003MPS 6000 FEW040 TX36/0507Z TN24/0422Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:36Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

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Beichuan Yongchang Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZUBC
IATA Code: BCJ
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,012 ft MSL

Location

City: Mianyang
Country: CN
Latitude: 31.581474°
Longitude: 104.459701°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway information not available

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
210°@4kt
Density Alt
2012ft, 31°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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Nearby Airports

ZUMY N/A
Mianyang Nanjiao Airport
17nm
32km
ZUUU VFR
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
67nm
124km
ZUTF VFR
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport
76nm
141km
ZUGU N/A
Guangyuan Panlong Airport
79nm
147km
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Beichuan Yongchang Airport

Beichuan Yongchang Airport (ZUBC/BCJ) is located in Mianyang, CN at an elevation of 2,012 feet MSL.

Airport Overview

Beichuan Yongchang Airport serves Mianyang in CN. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the CAAC 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 Chinese AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from ZUBC, 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.

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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.