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IFRPort Hawkesbury Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with overcast skies at 900 feet and 5 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the east (100°) at 13 knots with gusts to 21 knots. Runway 11/29 is favored with a 13-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component (gusting to 4 knots crosswind).
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 5 SM. The ceiling is 500 feet AGL (broken). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.
Pilot Recommendations
An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
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5,000 ft | 150 ft | ASP | 90° |
↑ 12.8 kt
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↔ 2.3 kt
10° angle
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Weather Statistics - CYPD
12,912 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Port Hawkesbury Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 35.4% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 31.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 10.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Temperature extremes range from -19°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 8.5% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.
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Statistics computed from 12,912 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Port Hawkesbury Airport - Airport Information
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About Port Hawkesbury Airport
Overview
Port Hawkesbury Airport serves the Cape Breton region of Nova Scotia, situated at an elevation of 377 ft MSL. Located at coordinates 45.656700, -61.368099, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local community and regional transportation needs.
Flying Conditions
Weather observations reveal a diverse flight environment, with VFR conditions predominating at 39.9% and MVFR at 36.6%. Winds typically originate from the west (270°) at an average of 10.6 knots, with occasional gusts up to 33 knots. Pilots can expect the most favorable visual flying conditions during September, October, and November, with an average visibility of 7.5 statute miles.
Notable Features
The airport features a single runway (11/29) measuring 5,000 feet with an asphalt surface. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -16°C to 27°C, which can impact aircraft performance and operational considerations. Calm wind conditions occur in just 1.7% of observations, indicating relatively consistent wind patterns.
Approach Considerations
Runway 11/29 demonstrates favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of 4.9 knots. Low IFR conditions are observed in 7.9% of reports, suggesting pilots should be prepared for potential instrument meteorological conditions. Fog is relatively rare, occurring in only 0.8% of observations.
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