Brandon Municipal Airport

CYBR / YBR

Brandon, CA

Last Updated
May 14, 22:33Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
22:33Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
33 kt
240° G48 kt
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Visibility
3,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
990 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI CYBR 142233Z 24033G48KT 1 1/2SM BLDU OVC033 19/06 A2924 RMK BLDU6SC2 SLP907 DENSITY ALT 2900FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,343 ft
OVC 3,300 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,643 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Brandon Municipal Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 3,300 feet.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 33 knots with gusts to 48 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 31-knot headwind and 11-knot crosswind component (gusting to 16 knots crosswind). These are strong winds that may exceed crosswind limits for light aircraft.

Visibility & Ceiling

The ceiling is 3300 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 8 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, Haze, FCST. Winds are forecast to reach up to 30 knots during the period. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, Haze, FCST between 22:00Z and 06:00Z.

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
990 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
945 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,343 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,041 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,843 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF AMD CYBR 142242Z 1422/1506 24030G45KT P6SM OVC030 TEMPO 1422/1506 1SM -SHRA HZ RMK NXT FCST BY 150000Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR 240° 30 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YBR
02
20
08
26 ✈️
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02/20 2,795 ft 100 ft ASP 20°
25.3 kt 21.2 kt
140° angle
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
6,500 ft 150 ft ASP 90°
31.0 kt 11.3 kt
20° angle
14/32 3,000 ft 60 ft GVL 150°
0.0 kt 33.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYBR

7,815 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
63.9%
MVFR
22.7%
IFR
9.3%
LIFR
4.1%

Brandon Municipal Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 63.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Temperature extremes range from -39°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 5.5% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are May, November, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 1.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
8%
NE
13%
E
18.3%
SE
7%
S
3.2%
SW
6.7%
W
24.3%
NW
17.6%

Temperature Range

Average: -4.9°C
Range: -39°C to 31°C
-39°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 5.5%
Fog Frequency: 4.1%

Best Months for VFR

May November April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.6 kt
Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.1 kt

Statistics computed from 7,815 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Brandon Municipal Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYBR
IATA Code: YBR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,343 ft MSL

Location

City: Brandon
Country: CA
Latitude: 49.910000°
Longitude: -99.951897°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 2,795 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08/26
Length: 6,500 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 3,000 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No

About Brandon Municipal Airport

Overview

Brandon Municipal Airport serves the Brandon, Manitoba region as a medium-sized airport situated at 1343 ft above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 49.910000, -99.951897, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local community and regional transportation needs. Its three runways offer diverse operational capabilities for different aircraft types and weather conditions.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Brandon Municipal Airport demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) prevailing 62.1% of the time. Pilots can expect western winds averaging 9.7 knots, with potential gusts up to 36 knots. Temperature ranges from an extreme low of -33°C to a high of 31°C, suggesting substantial seasonal temperature fluctuations that require careful preflight planning.

Notable Features

The airport features three runways with different surface compositions: two asphalt (ASP) runways and one gravel (GVL) runway. Runway lengths range from 2795 ft to 6500 ft, providing flexibility for various aircraft categories. All three runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignments, with modest average crosswind components between 4.8 and 7.7 knots.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate generally favorable approach conditions, with good visibility averaging 10.6 statute miles. The best visual meteorological conditions occur during October, November, and January. When planning approaches, be aware that instrument meteorological conditions (IFR and LIFR) occur approximately 14% of the time, requiring additional preparation and potential alternate planning.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

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.