Goderich Airport

CYGD

Goderich, CA

Last Updated
May 15, 11:00Z

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Currently using: CYXU
Weather Source: London Airport (CYXU)
Distance: 50nm / 93km from CYGD

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 45 min ago
11:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
2 kt
Variable
15 SM
Visibility
26,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYXU 151100Z VRB02KT 15SM FEW220 BKN260 04/03 A3002 RMK CI1CI7 CI TR CONTRAILS SLP172

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 712 ft
FEW 22,000 ft AGL
BKN 26,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
22,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
22,712 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
26,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
26,712 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Goderich Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 26,000 feet and 15 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. The ceiling is 26000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 4°C (39°F) with a dewpoint of 3°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 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: FCST.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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
993 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (712 ft)
Pressure Alt
600 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -549 ft
ISA Deviation: -9.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYXU 150541Z 1506/1606 30007KT P6SM FEW040 FM151100 VRB03KT P6SM SKC BECMG 1514/1516 23007KT SCT160 FM151700 23012KT P6SM SCT160 FM152000 20012KT P6SM FEW100 FM160200 18007KT P6SM SCT200 RMK NXT FCST BY 151200Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR 300° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
14:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 230° 7 kt
17:00Z FM151700
+6h
VFR 230° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
20:00Z FM152000
+9h
VFR 200° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YGD
05
23
10
28
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 1,870 ft 80 ft GRS 30° No wind data
10/28 3,000 ft 50 ft ASP 91° No wind data
14/32 5,000 ft 100 ft ASP 122° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Goderich Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYGD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 712 ft MSL

Location

City: Goderich
Country: CA
Latitude: 43.766899°
Longitude: -81.710602°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 1,870 ft
Width: 80 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 10/28
Length: 3,000 ft
Width: 50 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Goderich Airport

Overview

Goderich Airport (CYGD) serves the southwestern Ontario region, located near the town of Goderich. Situated at an elevation of 712 feet above mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local area. Its strategic location and multiple runways support various general aviation, training, and potentially commercial light aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport's geographic position near Lake Huron suggests potential for variable wind conditions and lake-effect weather patterns. With three runways (05/23, 10/28, and 14/32) offering different orientations, pilots have multiple options for landing based on wind direction. The runway lengths range from 1,870 feet (grass surface) to 5,000 feet (asphalt), providing flexibility for different aircraft types.

Notable Features

Goderich Airport features a diverse runway configuration with surfaces including grass and asphalt. The longest runway (14/32) at 5,000 feet can accommodate larger general aviation aircraft and provides substantial operational versatility. The airport's coordinates (43.766899, -81.710602) place it in a region with relatively flat terrain typical of southwestern Ontario's agricultural landscape.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should be prepared to utilize different runways based on prevailing wind conditions, with the 10/28 (3,000 ft asphalt) and 14/32 (5,000 ft asphalt) runways offering primary all-weather surfaces. The presence of a shorter grass runway (05/23 at 1,870 ft) provides additional operational flexibility for lighter aircraft and specific training scenarios. Careful attention to wind direction and runway length is recommended during flight 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

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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.