Bathurst Airport

CZBF / ZBF

South Tetagouche, CA

Last Updated
May 14, 18:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
18:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
4 kt
180°
9 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CZBF 141800Z AUTO 18004KT 140V230 9SM SCT019 14/08 A3003 RMK SLP173

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 193 ft
SCT 1,900 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,093 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Bathurst Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,900 feet and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (180°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,900 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 8°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 Rain, FCST, FCST. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 14:00Z and 17:00Z.

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
1011 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (193 ft)
Pressure Alt
81 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 7 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CZBF 141340Z 1414/1502 21008KT P6SM -RA OVC010 TEMPO 1414/1417 P6SM NSW SCT010 OVC060 FM141800 18008KT P6SM SCT020 BKN080 BECMG 1418/1420 08006KT FM142000 08006KT P6SM SCT040 BKN100 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 142000Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:33Z BASE
+0h
IFR 210° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Light Rain
20:00Z FM142000
+2h
VFR 80° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
FCST, FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ZBF
10
28 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 28
5,613 ft 100 ft ASP 82°
0.7 kt 3.9 kt
100° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CZBF

9,598 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
59.2%
MVFR
23.1%
IFR
12.3%
LIFR
5.4%

Bathurst Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 59.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 17.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.2 knots. Temperature extremes range from -24°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 5.1% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 8.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.3%
NE
9.4%
E
5.4%
SE
3.8%
S
13.1%
SW
10%
W
26.4%
NW
14.1%

Temperature Range

Average: -0.8°C
Range: -24°C to 31°C
-24°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 7.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 5.1%
Fog Frequency: 1.2%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 9,598 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bathurst Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CZBF
IATA Code: ZBF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 193 ft MSL

Location

City: South Tetagouche
Country: CA
Latitude: 47.629700°
Longitude: -65.738899°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 5,613 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Bathurst Airport

Overview

Bathurst Airport (CZBF) is a medium-sized airport located in South Tetagouche, Canada, situated at an elevation of 193 feet MSL. The airport serves the Bathurst region with a single runway 10/28, measuring 5,613 feet and surfaced with asphalt. Its strategic location provides important aviation infrastructure for the northeastern New Brunswick area.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Bathurst Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 62.7% of observations. Pilots can expect moderate meteorological challenges, with Marginal VFR conditions occurring 21.7% of the time and Instrument Flight Rules appearing in 12.3% of reports. Temperature ranges extensively from -24°C to 31°C, with an average of -0.2°C, indicating potential winter operational considerations.

Notable Features

The airport's wind patterns are consistently westerly, with prevailing winds at 270° and an average speed of 7.5 knots. Calm conditions occur 9.4% of the time, while maximum recorded wind speeds reach 29 knots. Visibility is generally good, averaging 7.9 statute miles, with only 4.5% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles and minimal fog occurrence at 1%.

Approach Considerations

Runway 10/28 offers favorable wind conditions 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of just 3.7 knots. September, October, and November represent the most consistent VFR months for operations. Pilots should note the wide temperature range and potential for variable conditions, particularly during shoulder seasons and winter months.

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.