Kamloops John Moose Fulton Field Regional Airport

CYKA / YKA

Kamloops, CA

Last Updated
May 15, 11:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 46 min ago
11:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
6 kt
100°
30 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYKA 151100Z 10006KT 30SM FEW100 SCT140 06/04 A2993 RMK AC2AC1 SLP144

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,133 ft
FEW 10,000 ft AGL
SCT 14,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,133 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
14,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
15,133 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kamloops John Moose Fulton Field Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 14,000 feet and 30 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (100°) at 6 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 30 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 10,000 ft, scattered at 14,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 6°C (43°F) with a dewpoint of 4°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, FCST. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, FCST between 17:00Z and 19:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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

QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
976 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,133 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,111 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 303 ft
ISA Deviation: -6.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYKA 150640Z 1507/1519 10008KT P6SM SCT080 BECMG 1507/1509 VRB03KT FM151700 10008KT P6SM BKN080 TEMPO 1517/1519 P6SM -SHRA RMK NXT FCST BY 151300Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:46Z BASE
+0h
VFR 100° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
17:00Z FM151700
+6h
VFR 100° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
17:00Z TEMPO
+6h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
Light Showers Rain, FCST

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YKA
05 ✈️
23
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
1,875 ft 49 ft ASP 61°
3.9 kt 4.6 kt
50° angle
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
8,000 ft 148 ft ASP 103°
5.9 kt 1.0 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYKA

6,107 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86%
MVFR
10.6%
IFR
2.4%
LIFR
1%

Kamloops John Moose Fulton Field Regional Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.9 knots. Temperature extremes range from -13°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 9.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.9%
NE
5.9%
E
42%
SE
8.2%
S
4%
SW
5.9%
W
17.3%
NW
4.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.3°C
Range: -13°C to 34°C
-13°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 33.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 1%
Fog Frequency: 0.5%

Best Months for VFR

September October May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt
Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 6,107 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kamloops John Moose Fulton Field Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYKA
IATA Code: YKA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,133 ft MSL

Location

City: Kamloops
Country: CA
Latitude: 50.703038°
Longitude: -120.448641°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 1,875 ft
Width: 49 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09/27
Length: 8,000 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kamloops John Moose Fulton Field Regional Airport

Overview

Kamloops John Moose Fulton Field Regional Airport serves the Kamloops area in British Columbia, Canada, functioning as a medium-sized regional airport. Located at an elevation of 1133 ft MSL, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region, supporting various aircraft operations with its two substantial runways. Its strategic positioning allows for diverse aviation activities in the British Columbia interior.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Kamloops demonstrate excellent overall VFR flying opportunities, with 80.6% of observations showing favorable visual flight rules. Temperatures range dramatically from -13°C to 34°C, presenting significant seasonal variation for pilots. Wind patterns predominantly come from the east at an average of 7.6 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 28 knots, and periods of calm conditions occurring 10.9% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: a shorter 1875 ft asphalted runway (05/23) and a longer 8000 ft asphalted runway (09/27). Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with Runway 09/27 experiencing minimal average crosswind at 2.3 knots. The airport's elevation and geographic positioning in the interior of British Columbia suggests potential terrain and mountainous environment considerations for pilots.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. With exceptional average visibility of 32.5 statute miles and minimal low visibility events (only 1.5% of observations below 3SM), the airport generally supports straightforward approach and landing conditions. Pilots should note the minimal fog occurrence (0.4%) and predictable wind patterns when planning arrivals and departures.

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.