Bow Island Airport

CEF3

Bow Island, CA

Last Updated
May 14, 17:00Z

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Currently using: CYXH
Weather Source: Medicine Hat Regional Airport (CYXH)
Distance: 25nm / 46km from CEF3

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 59 min ago
17:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
25 kt
300° G46 kt
30 SM
Visibility
8,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1000 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYXH 141700Z 30025G46KT 30SM FEW044 BKN085 OVC120 16/04 A2953 RMK CF2AC4AC2 SLP000 DENSITY ALT 3500FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,634 ft
FEW 4,400 ft AGL
BKN 8,500 ft AGL
OVC 12,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,034 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,134 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
12,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
14,634 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Bow Island Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 12,000 feet and 30 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 25 knots with gusts to 46 knots. The significant gust spread of 21 knots may cause challenging turbulence on approach. Runway 23 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 23-knot crosswind component (gusting to 43 knots crosswind). These are strong winds that may exceed crosswind limits for light aircraft.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 30 SM. The ceiling is 8500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 4°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 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 Rain, Heavy Showers Rain, Mist, FCST, FCST. Winds are forecast to reach up to 35 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 18 to 35 knots. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Heavy Showers Rain, Mist between 12:00Z and 16:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 16:00Z and 17:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with FCST, FCST between 22:00Z and 00:00Z.

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. 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
1000 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
912 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,634 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,032 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,784 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYXH 141155Z 1412/1424 29025G35KT 6SM -RA FEW012 OVC025 TEMPO 1412/1416 29030G40KT 2SM +SHRA BR OVC012 FM141600 29035G45KT P6SM -RA OVC020 TEMPO 1416/1417 P6SM NSW SCT020 OVC040 FM141700 29030G40KT P6SM BKN050 BECMG 1420/1422 29022G32KT FM142200 29018G28KT P6SM SCT070 TEMPO 1422/1424 29028G38KT P6SM VCSH BKN070 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 141800Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:59Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 290° 25 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Light Rain
20:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 290° 22 kt
22:00Z FM142200
+5h
VFR 290° 18 kt
Visibility: >6SM
22:00Z TEMPO
+5h
VFR 290° 28 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 7,000 ft
FCST, FCST

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EF3
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
3,000 ft 75 ft ASP 66°
8.6 kt 23.5 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Bow Island Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CEF3
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,634 ft MSL

Location

City: Bow Island
Country: CA
Latitude: 49.883301°
Longitude: -111.333000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 3,000 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Bow Island Airport

Bow Island Airport (CEF3) is located in Bow Island, CA at an elevation of 2,634 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (05/23), with the longest at 3,000 feet.

Airport Overview

Bow Island Airport serves Bow Island 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 3,000 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 CEF3, 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.