Brandon Municipal Airport

CYBR / YBR

Brandon, CA

Last Updated
Jul 4, 04:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 55 min ago
04:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
7 kt
80°
9 SM
Visibility
2,800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYBR 040400Z AUTO 08007KT 9SM BKN028 16/15 A3003 RMK SLP178 DENSITY ALT 1700FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,343 ft
BKN 2,800 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,143 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Brandon Municipal Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,800 feet and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (80°) at 7 knots. Runway 08/26 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. The ceiling is 2800 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 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, Mist, Mist, FCST. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 03:00Z and 06:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast between 06:00Z and 10:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 10:00Z and 12:00Z.

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
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
972 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,343 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,231 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,673 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD CYBR 040320Z 0403/0412 07006KT P6SM SCT020 OVC030 TEMPO 0403/0406 P6SM -SHRA OVC020 FM040600 09008KT P6SM OVC015 TEMPO 0406/0410 OVC008 FM041000 08005KT P6SM OVC012 TEMPO 0410/0412 2SM BR OVC006 PROB30 0410/0412 1SM BR OVC005 RMK NXT FCST BY 040600Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:54Z BASE
+0h
VFR 70° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
06:00Z FM040600
+2h
MVFR 90° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
06:00Z TEMPO
+2h
IFR
Ceiling: 800 ft
10:00Z FM041000
+6h
MVFR 80° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,200 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°
3.5 kt 6.1 kt
60° angle
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
6,500 ft 150 ft ASP 90°
7.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
14/32 3,000 ft 60 ft GVL 150°
2.4 kt 6.6 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYBR

9,333 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
66%
MVFR
21.8%
IFR
8.6%
LIFR
3.6%

Brandon Municipal Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 66% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 39 knots. Temperature extremes range from -39°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, July, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 39 kt
Calm Winds: 1.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
19.3%
N
7.9%
S
3.8%
W
23.3%
NE
12.7%
NW
16.4%
SE
7.9%
SW
6.8%

Temperature Range

Average: -1.6°C
Range: -39°C to 35°C
-39°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.8%
Fog Frequency: 3.5%

Best Months for VFR

May July November

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: 6.2 kt

Statistics computed from 9,333 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 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
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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.