Brandon Municipal Airport

CYBR / YBR

Brandon, CA

Last Updated
May 15, 00:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 48 min ago
00:00Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
--
--°
1 SM
Visibility
2,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
990 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYBR 150000Z 23037G//KT 1SM BLDU OVC027 17/06 A2922 RMK BLDU7SC1 WIND EST SLP901 DENSITY ALT 2700FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,343 ft
OVC 2,700 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
2,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,043 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Brandon Municipal Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with overcast skies at 2,700 feet and 1 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Wind data is not available.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is reduced to 1 SM. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. The ceiling is 2700 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C, indicating relatively dry 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: Haze, Light Showers Rain, FCST. Winds are forecast to reach up to 40 knots during the period. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 00:00Z and 08:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions.

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

QNH
990 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
945 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,343 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,041 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,603 ft
ISA Deviation: +4.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYBR 142340Z 1500/1512 25040G55KT 1SM HZ OVC020 TEMPO 1500/1508 P6SM -SHRA FEW020 BKN060 FM150800 27030G45KT P6SM SCT050 RMK NXT FCST BY 150600Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:48Z BASE
+0h
IFR 250° 40 kt
Visibility: 1SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Haze
08:00Z FM150800
+8h
VFR 270° 30 kt
Visibility: >6SM
FCST

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YBR
02
20
08
26
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading
02/20 2,795 ft 100 ft ASP 20°
08/26 6,500 ft 150 ft ASP 90°
14/32 3,000 ft 60 ft GVL 150°

Weather Statistics - CYBR

7,815 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
63.9%
MVFR
22.7%
IFR
9.3%
LIFR
4.1%

Brandon Municipal Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 63.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Temperature extremes range from -39°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 5.5% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are May, November, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 1.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
8%
NE
13%
E
18.3%
SE
7%
S
3.2%
SW
6.7%
W
24.3%
NW
17.6%

Temperature Range

Average: -4.9°C
Range: -39°C to 31°C
-39°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 5.5%
Fog Frequency: 4.1%

Best Months for VFR

May November April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.6 kt
Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.1 kt

Statistics computed from 7,815 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Brandon Municipal Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYBR
IATA Code: YBR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,343 ft MSL

Location

City: Brandon
Country: CA
Latitude: 49.910000°
Longitude: -99.951897°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 2,795 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08/26
Length: 6,500 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 3,000 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No

About Brandon Municipal Airport

Overview

Brandon Municipal Airport serves the Brandon, Manitoba region as a medium-sized airport situated at 1343 ft above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 49.910000, -99.951897, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local community and regional transportation needs. Its three runways offer diverse operational capabilities for different aircraft types and weather conditions.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Brandon Municipal Airport demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) prevailing 62.1% of the time. Pilots can expect western winds averaging 9.7 knots, with potential gusts up to 36 knots. Temperature ranges from an extreme low of -33°C to a high of 31°C, suggesting substantial seasonal temperature fluctuations that require careful preflight planning.

Notable Features

The airport features three runways with different surface compositions: two asphalt (ASP) runways and one gravel (GVL) runway. Runway lengths range from 2795 ft to 6500 ft, providing flexibility for various aircraft categories. All three runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignments, with modest average crosswind components between 4.8 and 7.7 knots.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate generally favorable approach conditions, with good visibility averaging 10.6 statute miles. The best visual meteorological conditions occur during October, November, and January. When planning approaches, be aware that instrument meteorological conditions (IFR and LIFR) occur approximately 14% of the time, requiring additional preparation and potential alternate planning.

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.