Comox Valley Airport / CFB Comox

CYQQ / YQQ

Comox, CA

Last Updated
Jul 4, 04:00Z

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a Canadian Forces Base (CFB). Civil access requires prior authorization.

Access Notes:

CFB installations generally restricted to civil traffic

Consult official AIP (Canada AIP ENR 5.2) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 52 min ago
04:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
2 kt
160°
20 SM
Visibility
12,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYQQ 040400Z 16002KT 20SM FEW020 FEW055 OVC120 17/12 A3004 RMK SC1SC1AC8 DENSITY ALT 410FT SLP172

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 84 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
FEW 5,500 ft AGL
OVC 12,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,084 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
5,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,584 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
12,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,084 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Comox Valley Airport / CFB Comox is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 12,000 feet and 20 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 20 SM. The ceiling is 12000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, FCST. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 06:00Z and 06:00Z.

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
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1014 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (84 ft)
Pressure Alt
-29 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 231 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYQQ 032340Z 0400/0506 14010G20KT P6SM BKN070 BKN220 FM040200 13008KT P6SM BKN050 OVC150 BECMG 0404/0406 29005KT FM040600 30005KT P6SM SCT020 BKN040 TEMPO 0406/0506 P6SM -SHRA SCT012 BKN020 BECMG 0413/0415 VRB03KT RMK NXT FCST BY 040600Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:52Z BASE
+0h
VFR 140° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 7,000 ft
06:00Z FM040600
+2h
VFR 300° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
06:00Z TEMPO
+2h
MVFR
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
13:00Z BECMG
+9h
VFR VRB 3 kt
FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YQQ
12 ✈️
30
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
10,000 ft 200 ft PEM 135°
1.5 kt 1.3 kt
40° angle
18/36 5,000 ft 200 ft ASP 202°
1.5 kt 1.3 kt
42° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYQQ

7,948 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
75.1%
MVFR
15.1%
IFR
6.9%
LIFR
2.9%

Comox Valley Airport / CFB Comox typically experiences VFR conditions 75.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 7.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -2°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, May, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 7.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 5.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
3.9%
N
12.7%
S
11.3%
W
12.1%
NE
2.9%
NW
20.6%
SE
24.4%
SW
6.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.4°C
Range: -2°C to 31°C
-2°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 17.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.9%
Fog Frequency: 4%

Best Months for VFR

July May June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 7,948 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Comox Valley Airport / CFB Comox - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYQQ
IATA Code: YQQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 84 ft MSL

Location

City: Comox
Country: CA
Latitude: 49.710800°
Longitude: -124.887001°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 10,000 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Comox Valley Airport / CFB Comox

Comox Valley Airport / CFB Comox is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the CA AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Comox Valley Airport / CFB Comox is a medium-sized airport located in Comox, British Columbia, serving both civilian and military operations. Situated at an elevation of 84 feet MSL, the airport provides strategic access to Vancouver Island's eastern coast. Its dual-runway configuration supports diverse aviation activities with a 10,000ft primary runway and a 5,000ft secondary runway.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 64.9% of observations indicating clear flying weather. Seasonal temperature ranges from -2°C to 23°C create varied flying environments, with an average temperature of 8.1°C. Wind patterns are consistently from the southeast at an average of 7.7 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 32 knots and calm conditions occurring 8.4% of the time.

Notable Features

Located at coordinates 49.710800, -124.887001, Comox Valley Airport is positioned near coastal terrain typical of Vancouver Island. Both runways demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage. The airport's significant runway length (10,000ft for 12/30) accommodates a wide range of aircraft types and operational requirements.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect favorable approach conditions, with average crosswinds of 3.3 knots on the 12/30 runway and 4.7 knots on the 18/36 runway. September through November offer the best VFR conditions, with high visibility averaging 16.1 statute miles. Visibility restrictions are minimal, with less than 3 miles occurring in only 1.7% of observations and fog present in 7.2% of reports.

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.