Saint-Léonard Airport

CYSL / YSL

Saint-Léonard, CA

Last Updated
May 15, 04:54Z

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Currently using: KCAR
Weather Source: Caribou Municipal Airport (KCAR)
Distance: 19nm / 35km from CYSL

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
04:54Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
5 kt
20°
10 SM
Visibility
6,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KCAR 150454Z AUTO 02005KT 10SM BKN060 OVC090 12/07 A2990 RMK AO2 SLP129 T01170072 401830061

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 793 ft
BKN 6,000 ft AGL
OVC 9,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,793 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,793 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Saint-Léonard Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 9,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 5 knots. Runway 36 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 6000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 7°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
987 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (793 ft)
Pressure Alt
801 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 631 ft
ISA Deviation: -1.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KCAR 142320Z 1500/1524 07006KT P6SM SCT050
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:22Z BASE
+0h
VFR 70° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YSL
18
36 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
4,000 ft 100 ft ASP 156°
4.7 kt 1.7 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Saint-Léonard Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYSL
IATA Code: YSL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 793 ft MSL

Location

City: Saint-Léonard
Country: CA
Latitude: 47.157097°
Longitude: -67.836242°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 4,000 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Saint-Léonard Airport

Overview

Saint-Léonard Airport (CYSL) is a medium-sized airport located in Saint-Léonard, Canada, situated at coordinates 47.157097, -67.836242. The airport sits at an elevation of 793 feet above mean sea level, serving regional aviation needs in its specific geographic area. Its single runway configuration provides critical infrastructure for local and transiting aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation of 793 ft MSL suggests a moderate terrain environment that may experience typical maritime Canadian weather patterns. Pilots should anticipate potential seasonal variations that could impact flight conditions, particularly during winter and transitional seasons. The airport's location may introduce localized wind patterns that could affect approach and departure procedures.

Notable Features

The airport features a 4000-foot asphalt (ASP) runway oriented in the 18/36 direction, which provides a substantial landing surface for medium-sized aircraft. Its geographic positioning suggests potential terrain interactions that pilots should carefully evaluate during flight planning. The runway's length and surface type offer reasonable operational flexibility for various aircraft categories.

Approach Considerations

Runway 18/36's orientation indicates potential wind alignment considerations for arrivals and departures. Pilots should conduct thorough preflight planning to assess current meteorological conditions and their potential impact on approach and landing strategies. The runway's 4000-foot length provides adequate space for most medium-sized aircraft operations when using standard approach protocols.

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.