Birch Hills Airport

CJD3

Birch Hills, CA

Last Updated
May 14, 21:00Z

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Currently using: CYPA
Weather Source: Prince Albert Glass Field (CYPA)
Distance: 16nm / 29km from CJD3

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 53 min ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
7 kt
240°
15 SM
Visibility
1,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
982 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYPA 142100Z 24007KT 15SM OVC016 14/11 A2899 RMK SC8 SLP822 DENSITY ALT 2700FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,500 ft
OVC 1,600 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,100 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Birch Hills Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 1,600 feet and 15 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 7 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. The ceiling is 1600 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

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 Drizzle, Mist, Light Showers Rain, Light Showers Rain, Mist, FCST. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Drizzle, Mist between 19:00Z and 01:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, Mist, FCST between 01:00Z and 07:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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
982 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
932 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,500 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,438 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,678 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYPA 141846Z 1419/1507 22010KT P6SM SCT008 OVC020 TEMPO 1419/1501 5SM -DZ BR BKN008 OVC020 BECMG 1423/1501 31020G30KT FM150100 30020G30KT P6SM -SHRA FEW008 BKN020 OVC050 TEMPO 1501/1507 2SM -SHRA BR BKN008 OVC020 RMK NXT FCST BY 150100Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:52Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 220° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
23:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 310° 20 kt
01:00Z FM150100
+4h
MVFR 300° 20 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
01:00Z TEMPO
+4h
IFR
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 800 ft
Light Showers Rain, Mist, FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JD3
09
27 ✈️
17
35 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
2,660 ft 75 ft ASPHALT
6.1 kt 3.5 kt
30° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
1,800 ft 75 ft TURF
2.4 kt 6.6 kt
110° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Birch Hills Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CJD3
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,500 ft MSL

Location

City: Birch Hills
Country: CA
Latitude: 52.990799°
Longitude: -105.445000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 2,660 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASPHALT
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 1,800 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: TURF
ILS: No

About Birch Hills Airport

Birch Hills Airport (CJD3) is located in Birch Hills, CA at an elevation of 1,500 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (09/27, 17/35), with the longest at 2,660 feet.

Airport Overview

Birch Hills Airport serves Birch Hills in CA. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 2 runways (09/27, 17/35) with asphalt and turf surfaces. The longest runway measures 2,660 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

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 CJD3, 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.