Grand River Hospital Heliport

CNK9

Kitchener-Waterloo, CA

Last Updated
May 15, 03:00Z

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Currently using: CYKF
Weather Source: Region of Waterloo International Airport (CYKF)
Distance: 5nm / 10km from CNK9

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 52 min ago
03:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
6 kt
290°
9 SM
Visibility
8,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYKF 150300Z AUTO 29006KT 9SM OVC086 08/04 A2997 RMK SLP157

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,110 ft
OVC 8,600 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
8,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,710 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Grand River Hospital Heliport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 8,600 feet and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 6 knots. Runway 34 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. The ceiling is 8600 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 4°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. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: FCST, FCST.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
978 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,110 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,058 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 484 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYKF 150140Z 1502/1514 01010KT P6SM BKN030 OVC050 BECMG 1502/1504 33008KT FM150400 30006KT P6SM SCT030 BECMG 1512/1514 26010KT RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 150800Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:51Z BASE
+0h
VFR 10° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
04:00Z FM150400
+1h
VFR 300° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
12:00Z BECMG
+9h
VFR 260° 10 kt
FCST, FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NK9
16H
34H ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16H/34H
Active: 34H
30 ft 30 ft CON 151°
3.9 kt 4.6 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Grand River Hospital Heliport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CNK9
Type: heliport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,110 ft MSL

Location

City: Kitchener-Waterloo
Country: CA
Latitude: 43.452886°
Longitude: -80.503719°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 16H/34H
Length: 30 ft
Width: 30 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Grand River Hospital Heliport

Grand River Hospital Heliport (CNK9) is located in Kitchener-Waterloo, CA at an elevation of 1,110 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (16H/34H), with the longest at 30 feet.

Airport Overview

Grand River Hospital Heliport serves Kitchener-Waterloo in CA. The airport features 1 runway (16H/34H) with con surface. The longest runway measures 30 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 CNK9, 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.