Beichuan Yongchang Airport

ZUBC / BCJ

Mianyang, CN

Last Updated
May 15, 04:00Z

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Showing weather from nearby airport with METAR data.

Currently using: ZUUU
Weather Source: Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (ZUUU)
Distance: 67nm / 124km from ZUBC

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 53 min ago
04:00Z
🌅 Dawn
MVFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
4 kt
350°
8 km
Visibility
2,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ZUUU 150400Z 35002MPS 290V060 8000 -SHRA FEW016 BKN026 OVC040 22/17 Q1010 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,012 ft
FEW 1,600 ft AGL
BKN 2,600 ft AGL
OVC 4,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,612 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,612 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,012 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Beichuan Yongchang Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 4,000 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (350°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 2600 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 17°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

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

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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

QNH
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
943 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,012 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,110 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,433 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF ZUUU 142101Z 1500/1524 36003MPS 6000 SCT040 TX26/1507Z TN20/1522Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:52Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

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Beichuan Yongchang Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZUBC
IATA Code: BCJ
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,012 ft MSL

Location

City: Mianyang
Country: CN
Latitude: 31.581474°
Longitude: 104.459701°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway information not available

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
350°@4kt
Density Alt
2012ft, 22°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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Nearby Airports

ZUMY N/A
Mianyang Nanjiao Airport
17nm
32km
ZUUU MVFR
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
67nm
124km
ZUTF IFR
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport
76nm
141km
ZUGU N/A
Guangyuan Panlong Airport
79nm
147km
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Beichuan Yongchang Airport

Beichuan Yongchang Airport (ZUBC/BCJ) is located in Mianyang, CN at an elevation of 2,012 feet MSL.

Airport Overview

Beichuan Yongchang Airport serves Mianyang in CN. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the CAAC publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Chinese AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from ZUBC, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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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.