St Thomas Municipal Airport

CYQS / YQS

St Thomas, CA

Last Updated
May 14, 18:00Z

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Currently using: CYXU
Weather Source: London Airport (CYXU)
Distance: 16nm / 30km from CYQS

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
18:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
19 kt
340° G28 kt
15 SM
Visibility
4,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYXU 141800Z 34019G28KT 15SM BKN044 14/05 A2990 RMK SC7 SLP132

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 778 ft
BKN 4,400 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,178 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

St Thomas Municipal Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,400 feet and 15 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (340°) at 19 knots with gusts to 28 knots. Runway 33 is favored with a 19-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component (gusting to 5 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. The ceiling is 4400 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: FCST. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 3 to 15 knots.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
987 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (778 ft)
Pressure Alt
786 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 853 ft
ISA Deviation: +0.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYXU 141740Z 1418/1518 34015G25KT P6SM BKN040 BECMG 1422/1424 34012KT FM150300 33008KT P6SM SCT040 FM151100 VRB03KT P6SM SKC BECMG 1514/1516 23007KT FM151700 23012KT P6SM BKN160 RMK NXT FCST BY 150000Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:32Z BASE
+0h
VFR 340° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
22:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR 340° 12 kt
03:00Z FM150300
+9h
VFR 330° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YQS
03
21
09
27
15
33 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 2,607 ft 75 ft ASP 25°
13.4 kt 13.4 kt
45° angle
09/27 5,013 ft 100 ft ASP 85°
4.9 kt 18.4 kt
105° angle
✈️ 15/33
Active: 33
2,610 ft 75 ft ASP 145°
18.7 kt 3.3 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

St Thomas Municipal Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYQS
IATA Code: YQS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 778 ft MSL

Location

City: St Thomas
Country: CA
Latitude: 42.770000°
Longitude: -81.110802°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 2,607 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09/27
Length: 5,013 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 2,610 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About St Thomas Municipal Airport

Overview

St Thomas Municipal Airport (CYQS) is a medium-sized airport located in St Thomas, Ontario, Canada. Situated at an elevation of 778 feet above mean sea level, the airport serves the local transportation needs of the St Thomas area with multiple runway options for varied aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport features three asphalt runways with varying lengths, providing flexibility for different aircraft types and wind conditions. With runway orientations of 03/21 (2607 ft), 09/27 (5013 ft), and 15/33 (2610 ft), pilots can expect multiple landing and takeoff options depending on wind direction and aircraft performance characteristics.

Notable Features

Located at coordinates 42.770000, -81.110802, St Thomas Municipal Airport is positioned in a region with diverse terrain and potential wind variations. The substantial 5013 ft runway (09/27) offers the longest operational surface, which can accommodate a broader range of aircraft compared to the shorter runways.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should carefully evaluate current wind conditions and runway lengths when planning approaches to CYQS. The multiple runway orientations provide strategic options for landing and takeoff, with the 09/27 runway offering the most extensive operational capabilities for larger aircraft or those requiring longer takeoff and landing distances.

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.