Leaf Rapids Airport

CYLR / YLR

Leaf Rapids, CA

Last Updated
Jul 5, 03:51Z

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Currently using: CYYL
Weather Source: Lynn Lake Airport (CYYL)
Distance: 42nm / 77km from CYLR

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 4 min ago
03:51Z

🌅 Dawn
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
8 kt
10°
9 SM
Visibility
3,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI CYYL 050351Z AUTO 01008KT 9SM VCTS OVC032 18/12 A2987 RMK LTNG DIST ALQDS SLP122 DENSITY ALT 1900FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 959 ft
OVC 3,200 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,159 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Leaf Rapids Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 3,200 feet and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (10°) at 8 knots. Runway 36 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. The ceiling is 3200 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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 Showers Rain, Smoke, Smoke, FCST, FCST. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 01:00Z and 05:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Smoke between 05:00Z and 10:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Smoke, FCST, FCST between 10:00Z and 13:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
980 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (959 ft)
Pressure Alt
997 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,587 ft
ISA Deviation: +4.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYYL 050040Z 0501/0513 16010KT P6SM SCT040 BKN100 TEMPO 0501/0505 P6SM -SHRA VCTS BKN030CB FM050500 15006KT P6SM BKN030 TEMPO 0505/0510 3SM FU BKN020 FM051000 16010KT 6SM FU BKN025 TEMPO 0510/0513 2SM FU BKN008 OVC015 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 050700Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:55Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
05:00Z FM050500
+2h
VFR 150° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
05:00Z TEMPO
+2h
MVFR
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Smoke
10:00Z FM051000
+7h
MVFR 160° 10 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Smoke

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YLR
18
36 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
3,000 ft 75 ft ASP 183°
7.9 kt 1.4 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Leaf Rapids Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYLR
IATA Code: YLR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 959 ft MSL

Location

City: Leaf Rapids
Country: CA
Latitude: 56.513302°
Longitude: -99.985298°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 3,000 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Leaf Rapids Airport

Overview

Leaf Rapids Airport serves the remote community of Leaf Rapids in northern Canada, located at 56.513302, -99.985298. As a medium airport situated at 959 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for this isolated region, supporting regional and utility aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

The airport's northern latitude means pilots can expect significant seasonal weather variations, with potential challenging conditions during winter months. At 959 feet elevation, the airport experiences typical Manitoba subarctic climate patterns that can include rapid weather shifts and reduced visibility.

Notable Features

The single runway 18/36 is 3000 feet long with an asphalt surface, offering sufficient length for medium-sized aircraft operations. The airport's geographic positioning in a remote northern landscape suggests potential terrain complexity and limited surrounding infrastructure that pilots should carefully assess during flight planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 18/36's orientation suggests potential crosswind considerations, particularly given the open terrain characteristics of the region. Pilots should anticipate potential wind variability and prepare for potential wind-related approach adjustments when landing at this northern airport.

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.