Fredericton Airport

CYFC / YFC

Fredericton, CA

Last Updated
Jul 4, 15:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 57 min ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
12 kt
260° G21 kt
9 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1004 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYFC 041500Z AUTO 26012G21KT 230V290 9SM CLR 29/17 A2965 RMK SLP043 DENSITY ALT 2000FT

Weather Briefing

VFR

Fredericton Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (260°) at 12 knots with gusts to 21 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 12-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component (gusting to 4 knots crosswind).

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 17°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: Light Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain, Mist, FCST, FCST. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 17:00Z and 20:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain, Mist between 17:00Z and 19:00Z.

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
1004 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1002 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (68 ft)
Pressure Alt
346 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,042 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYFC 041140Z 0412/0424 24005KT P6SM SKC BECMG 0412/0414 28012G22KT FM041700 28012G22KT P6SM -SHRA BKN050 TEMPO 0417/0420 P6SM NSW PROB30 0417/0419 VRB15G25KT 2SM TSRA BR BKN020 BKN060CB FM042000 30012G22KT P6SM SCT050 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 041800Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:56Z BASE
+0h
VFR 240° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
17:00Z FM041700
+2h
VFR 280° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
17:00Z TEMPO
+2h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
17:00Z PROB30
+2h
IFR VRB 15 kt
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain, Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YFC
09
27 ✈️
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
8,005 ft 200 ft ASP 70°
11.8 kt 2.1 kt
10° angle
15/33 6,000 ft 148 ft ASP 131°
7.6 kt 9.3 kt
129° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYFC

12,300 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
56.7%
MVFR
27.7%
IFR
12.2%
LIFR
3.4%

Fredericton Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 56.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 15.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 33 knots. Temperature extremes range from -24°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, July, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 33 kt
Calm Winds: 5.3%
Direction Distribution:
E
8%
N
11.6%
S
15.5%
W
17.2%
NE
11.9%
NW
13.4%
SE
4.3%
SW
12.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 3°C
Range: -24°C to 32°C
-24°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 7.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.2%
Fog Frequency: 1.6%

Best Months for VFR

September July October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt

Statistics computed from 12,300 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Fredericton Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYFC
IATA Code: YFC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 68 ft MSL

Location

City: Fredericton
Country: CA
Latitude: 45.868900°
Longitude: -66.537201°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 8,005 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 6,000 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Fredericton Airport

Overview

Fredericton Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in New Brunswick, Canada, positioned at 45.868900, -66.537201 with an elevation of 68 feet MSL. The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 09/27 at 8,005 feet and Runway 15/33 at 6,000 feet, accommodating regional and commercial aviation needs in the area.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate variable conditions with significant VFR potential, averaging 57.8% VFR days throughout the year. Temperature ranges dramatically from -23°C to 30°C, with prevailing westerly winds at an average of 7.3 knots and occasional gusts up to 33 knots. September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months, with higher visibility and more stable atmospheric conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's dual runway configuration provides operational flexibility, with both runways demonstrating 100% favorable wind alignments. Crosswind conditions are moderate, averaging 4.4 knots on Runway 09/27 and 5.1 knots on Runway 15/33. Visibility averages 7.9 statute miles, with occasional reduced conditions including 3.7% of observations below 3 statute miles and 2.3% experiencing fog.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate westerly winds as the predominant wind direction, with a calm wind frequency of 6.5%. The extensive runway lengths (8,005 and 6,000 feet) provide substantial landing and takeoff options. During challenging weather, the airport experiences 10.6% IFR and 3.7% LIFR conditions, requiring increased approach planning and potential alternate airport considerations.

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.