Leaf Rapids Airport

CYLR / YLR

Leaf Rapids, CA

Last Updated
Jul 5, 01:00Z

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Currently using: CYYL
Weather Source: Lynn Lake Airport (CYYL)
Distance: 42nm / 77km from CYLR

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
01:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
12 kt
180° G19 kt
9 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1011 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYYL 050100Z AUTO 18012G19KT 130V200 9SM CLR 23/14 A2985 RMK SLP116 DENSITY ALT 2400FT

Weather Briefing

VFR

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

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (180°) at 12 knots with gusts to 19 knots. Runway 18/36 is favored with a 12-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 14°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 Showers Rain, Smoke, Smoke, FCST, FCST. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 01:00Z and 05:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Smoke between 05:00Z and 10:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Smoke, FCST, FCST between 10:00Z and 13:00Z.

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
1011 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
979 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (959 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,027 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,217 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYYL 050040Z 0501/0513 16010KT P6SM SCT040 BKN100 TEMPO 0501/0505 P6SM -SHRA VCTS BKN030CB FM050500 15006KT P6SM BKN030 TEMPO 0505/0510 3SM FU BKN020 FM051000 16010KT 6SM FU BKN025 TEMPO 0510/0513 2SM FU BKN008 OVC015 RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 050700Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:17Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
05:00Z FM050500
+4h
VFR 150° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
05:00Z TEMPO
+4h
MVFR
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Smoke
10:00Z FM051000
+9h
MVFR 160° 10 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Smoke

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YLR
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
3,000 ft 75 ft ASP 183°
12.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Leaf Rapids Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYLR
IATA Code: YLR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 959 ft MSL

Location

City: Leaf Rapids
Country: CA
Latitude: 56.513302°
Longitude: -99.985298°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 3,000 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Leaf Rapids Airport

Overview

Leaf Rapids Airport serves the remote community of Leaf Rapids in northern Canada, located at 56.513302, -99.985298. As a medium airport situated at 959 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for this isolated region, supporting regional and utility aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

The airport's northern latitude means pilots can expect significant seasonal weather variations, with potential challenging conditions during winter months. At 959 feet elevation, the airport experiences typical Manitoba subarctic climate patterns that can include rapid weather shifts and reduced visibility.

Notable Features

The single runway 18/36 is 3000 feet long with an asphalt surface, offering sufficient length for medium-sized aircraft operations. The airport's geographic positioning in a remote northern landscape suggests potential terrain complexity and limited surrounding infrastructure that pilots should carefully assess during flight planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 18/36's orientation suggests potential crosswind considerations, particularly given the open terrain characteristics of the region. Pilots should anticipate potential wind variability and prepare for potential wind-related approach adjustments when landing at this northern airport.

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.