Big Bend Airport

CEM4

Innisfail, CA

Last Updated
Jul 4, 00:19Z

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Currently using: CYQF
Weather Source: Red Deer Regional Airport (CYQF)
Distance: 8nm / 15km from CEM4

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 38 min ago
00:19Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
10 kt
10° G15 kt
9 SM
Visibility
19,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI CYQF 040019Z AUTO 01010G15KT 9SM BKN190 BKN210 19/12 A2992 RMK LTNG DIST N NE SW WSHFT AT 0007Z SLP133 DENSITY ALT 4200FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,017 ft
BKN 19,000 ft AGL
BKN 21,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
19,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
22,017 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
21,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
24,017 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Big Bend Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 19,000 feet and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (10°) at 10 knots with gusts to 15 knots. Runway 04/22 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component (gusting to 8 knots crosswind).

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. The ceiling is 19000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating moderate moisture 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 Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain, Mist, FCST, FCST. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 3 to 20 knots. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 00:00Z and 01:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 01:00Z and 03:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist, FCST, FCST between 09:00Z and 12:00Z.

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
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
912 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,017 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,025 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,229 ft
ISA Deviation: +10.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD CYQF 040024Z 0400/0412 02008KT P6SM SCT050 SCT180 TEMPO 0400/0401 VRB15G25KT P6SM -SHRA VCTS BKN050CB FM040100 36008KT P6SM SCT050 BKN120 TEMPO 0401/0403 VRB20G30KT 5SM TSRA BKN050CB FM040300 VRB03KT P6SM SCT050 FM040900 VRB03KT P6SM SCT200 TEMPO 0409/0412 2SM BR RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 040600Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:56Z BASE
+0h
VFR 20° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
01:00Z FM040100
+1h
VFR 360° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 12,000 ft
01:00Z TEMPO
+1h
MVFR VRB 20 kt
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain
03:00Z FM040300
+3h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EM4
04
22
10
28
16
34 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 3,025 ft 100 ft ASP 62°
6.2 kt 7.9 kt
52° angle
10/28 3,025 ft 100 ft ASP 118°
3.1 kt 9.5 kt
108° angle
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
3,025 ft 100 ft ASP 180°
8.7 kt 5.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Big Bend Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CEM4
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,017 ft MSL

Location

City: Innisfail
Country: CA
Latitude: 52.078602°
Longitude: -114.027000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 3,025 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 10/28
Length: 3,025 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 3,025 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Big Bend Airport

Big Bend Airport (CEM4) is located in Innisfail, CA at an elevation of 3,017 feet MSL. The airport has 3 runways (04/22, 10/28, 16/34), with the longest at 3,025 feet.

Airport Overview

Big Bend Airport serves Innisfail in CA. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 3 runways (04/22, 10/28, 16/34) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 3,025 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

The field elevation of 3017 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 CEM4, 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.