Cardston Airport

CEA6

Cardston, CA

Last Updated
May 14, 23:00Z

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Currently using: CYQL
Weather Source: Lethbridge County Airport (CYQL)
Distance: 33nm / 61km from CEA6

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -2°C
37 kt
260° G49 kt
30 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1004 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYQL 142300Z 26037G49KT 30SM FEW080 FEW250 17/M02 A2964 RMK CU1CI1 CU TR SLP036 DENSITY ALT 4400FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,887 ft
FEW 8,000 ft AGL
FEW 25,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,887 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
28,887 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Cardston Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 8,000 feet and 30 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (260°) at 37 knots with gusts to 49 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 32-knot headwind and 19-knot crosswind component (gusting to 25 knots crosswind). These are strong winds that may exceed crosswind limits for light aircraft.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 30 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 8,000 ft, few at 25,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of -2°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 7 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: FCST. Winds are forecast to reach up to 35 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 18 to 35 knots.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. Gusty conditions may exceed demonstrated crosswind components for many general aviation aircraft. Check your aircraft's limitations.

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

QNH
1004 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
874 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,887 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,165 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 5,338 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF AMD CYQL 142305Z 1423/1506 25035G50KT P6SM FEW080 BECMG 1423/1501 27025G35KT FM150400 25018G28KT P6SM SKC RMK NXT FCST BY 150000Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:29Z BASE
+0h
VFR 250° 35 kt
Visibility: >6SM
04:00Z FM150400
+5h
VFR 250° 18 kt
Visibility: >6SM
FCST

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EA6
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
3,500 ft 75 ft ASP 63°
32.0 kt 18.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Cardston Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CEA6
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,887 ft MSL

Location

City: Cardston
Country: CA
Latitude: 49.163631°
Longitude: -113.241888°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 3,500 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Cardston Airport

Cardston Airport (CEA6) is located in Cardston, CA at an elevation of 3,887 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (05/23), with the longest at 3,500 feet.

Airport Overview

Cardston Airport serves Cardston 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 (05/23) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 3,500 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

The field elevation of 3887 feet requires attention to density altitude during warm weather operations.

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 CEA6, 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.