St Thomas Municipal Airport

CYQS / YQS

St Thomas, CA

Last Updated
Jul 4, 10:00Z

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Currently using: CYXU
Weather Source: London Airport (CYXU)
Distance: 16nm / 30km from CYQS

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
9 kt
260° G15 kt
15 SM
Visibility
7,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYXU 041000Z 26009G15KT 15SM FEW047 BKN075 OVC220 21/19 A3002 RMK SC1AC6CI1 SLP161 DENSITY ALT 1800FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 778 ft
FEW 4,700 ft AGL
BKN 7,500 ft AGL
OVC 22,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,478 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
7,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,278 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
22,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
22,778 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

St Thomas Municipal Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 22,000 feet and 15 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (260°) at 9 knots with gusts to 15 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component (gusting to 3 knots crosswind).

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. The ceiling is 7500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 19°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. 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, Heavy Thunderstorm Rain, Mist, Light Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain, Mist, FCST. Winds are forecast to reach up to 25 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 5 to 25 knots. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 06:00Z and 10:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, Mist between 10:00Z and 16:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Heavy Thunderstorm Rain, Mist between 10:00Z and 14:00Z.

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. 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
991 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (778 ft)
Pressure Alt
666 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,573 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYXU 040540Z 0406/0506 28005KT P6SM FEW060 SCT120 BKN220 TEMPO 0406/0410 BKN060 OVC120 FM041000 28010KT P6SM BKN060 OVC180 TEMPO 0410/0416 5SM -SHRA BR BKN040 OVC060 PROB30 0410/0414 VRB25G35KT 1SM +TSRA BR BKN015 OVC060CB FM041600 26008KT P6SM BKN040 OVC080 FM041900 29008KT P6SM -SHRA SCT040 BKN060 PROB30 0419/0422 VRB20G30KT 2SM TSRA BR BKN015 OVC040CB FM050000 32005KT P6SM SCT020 BKN060 BECMG 0502/0504 04008KT RMK NXT FCST BY 041200Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:12Z BASE
+0h
VFR 280° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 22,000 ft
16:00Z FM041600
+6h
VFR 260° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
19:00Z FM041900
+9h
VFR 290° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 6,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
19:00Z PROB30
+9h
IFR VRB 20 kt
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Thunderstorm Rain, Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YQS
03
21
09
27 ✈️
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 2,607 ft 75 ft ASP 25°
5.2 kt 7.4 kt
125° angle
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
5,013 ft 100 ft ASP 85°
8.9 kt 1.6 kt
10° angle
15/33 2,610 ft 75 ft ASP 145°
3.8 kt 8.2 kt
115° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

St Thomas Municipal Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYQS
IATA Code: YQS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 778 ft MSL

Location

City: St Thomas
Country: CA
Latitude: 42.770000°
Longitude: -81.110802°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 2,607 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09/27
Length: 5,013 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 2,610 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About St Thomas Municipal Airport

Overview

St Thomas Municipal Airport (CYQS) is a medium-sized airport located in St Thomas, Ontario, Canada. Situated at an elevation of 778 feet above mean sea level, the airport serves the local transportation needs of the St Thomas area with multiple runway options for varied aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport features three asphalt runways with varying lengths, providing flexibility for different aircraft types and wind conditions. With runway orientations of 03/21 (2607 ft), 09/27 (5013 ft), and 15/33 (2610 ft), pilots can expect multiple landing and takeoff options depending on wind direction and aircraft performance characteristics.

Notable Features

Located at coordinates 42.770000, -81.110802, St Thomas Municipal Airport is positioned in a region with diverse terrain and potential wind variations. The substantial 5013 ft runway (09/27) offers the longest operational surface, which can accommodate a broader range of aircraft compared to the shorter runways.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should carefully evaluate current wind conditions and runway lengths when planning approaches to CYQS. The multiple runway orientations provide strategic options for landing and takeoff, with the 09/27 runway offering the most extensive operational capabilities for larger aircraft or those requiring longer takeoff and landing distances.

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.