CFB Trenton

CYTR / YTR

Trenton, CA

Last Updated
May 14, 15:00Z

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a Canadian Forces Base (CFB). Civil access requires prior authorization.

Access Notes:

CFB installations generally restricted to civil traffic

Consult official AIP (Canada AIP ENR 5.2) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 49 min ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
3 kt
150°
15 SM
Visibility
1,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYTR 141500Z 15003KT 15SM BKN017 OVC036 08/05 A2982 RMK SC7SC1 DENSITY ALT -243FT SLP099

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 283 ft
BKN 1,700 ft AGL
OVC 3,600 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,983 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,883 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

CFB Trenton is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 3,600 feet and 15 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (150°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. The ceiling is 1700 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, FCST. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 20:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1001 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (283 ft)
Pressure Alt
381 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -391 ft
ISA Deviation: -6.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYTR 141141Z 1412/1512 21006KT P6SM BKN030 OVC050 TEMPO 1412/1420 FEW007 OVC020 FM142000 VRB03KT P6SM -SHRA SCT025 BKN040 FM150300 35005KT P6SM SCT040 FM150500 35005KT P6SM FEW010 SCT040 RMK NXT FCST BY 141800Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:48Z BASE
+0h
VFR 210° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
20:00Z FM142000
+5h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
03:00Z FM150300
+12h
VFR 350° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YTR
06
24
13 ✈️
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 10,000 ft 200 ft ASP 51°
0.5 kt 3.0 kt
99° angle
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
3,025 ft 150 ft ASP 120°
2.8 kt 1.0 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYTR

7,171 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.4%
MVFR
21.5%
IFR
7%
LIFR
3%

CFB Trenton typically experiences VFR conditions 68.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 7.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -29°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 5.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.7%
NE
14.6%
E
8.9%
SE
5.2%
S
8.5%
SW
17.9%
W
17%
NW
12.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 1.9°C
Range: -29°C to 27°C
-29°C 27°C

Visibility

Average: 12.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 3%
Fog Frequency: 2%

Best Months for VFR

May September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt

Statistics computed from 7,171 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

CFB Trenton - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYTR
IATA Code: YTR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 283 ft MSL

Location

City: Trenton
Country: CA
Latitude: 44.118900°
Longitude: -77.528099°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 10,000 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 3,025 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About CFB Trenton

CFB Trenton is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the CA AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

CFB Trenton is a medium airport located in Trenton, Ontario, serving as an important military aviation facility. Situated at an elevation of 283 feet MSL, the airport provides critical infrastructure for Canadian Armed Forces operations in the region. Its strategic location and substantial runway infrastructure make it a key transportation hub.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at CFB Trenton demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions prevailing 67% of the time. Pilots can expect temperature ranges from -21°C to 27°C, with an average of 3.1°C. Wind patterns are predominantly westerly at 7.6 knots, with occasional gusts up to 32 knots, making careful wind assessment critical during flight planning.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalt runways: the primary 06/24 runway extending 10,000 feet, and a secondary 13/31 runway measuring 3,025 feet. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind conditions (3.9 knots for 06/24 and 5.3 knots for 13/31). Visibility averages 12.3 statute miles, with rare instances of reduced visibility.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the most consistent VFR months for operations. With calm wind conditions occurring 5.8% of the time, pilots should be prepared for potential wind variability. The long primary runway provides excellent landing options, while the secondary runway offers additional operational flexibility during changing meteorological conditions.

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.