Alberni Valley Regional Airport

CBS8 / YPB

Port Alberni, CA

Last Updated
May 14, 12:00Z

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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 30 min ago
12:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
4 kt
290°
20 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYQQ 141200Z 29004KT 200V300 20SM SCT090 07/05 A3006 RMK AC3 DENSITY ALT -873FT SLP179

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 250 ft
SCT 9,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,250 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Alberni Valley Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 9,000 feet and 20 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 20 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 9,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 7°C (45°F) with a dewpoint of 5°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 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, FCST. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 21:00Z and 03:00Z.

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.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1010 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (250 ft)
Pressure Alt
108 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -792 ft
ISA Deviation: -7.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYQQ 141148Z 1412/1518 VRB03KT P6SM SCT050 FM142100 18008KT P6SM BKN060 TEMPO 1421/1503 P6SM -SHRA FM150300 VRB03KT P6SM BKN050 BECMG 1516/1518 14010KT RMK NXT FCST BY 141800Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:29Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
21:00Z FM142100
+9h
VFR 180° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 6,000 ft
21:00Z TEMPO
+9h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
Light Showers Rain

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°
3.9 kt 0.7 kt
10° 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.