Boundary Bay Airport

CZBB / YDT

Delta, CA

Last Updated
May 14, 22:00Z

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Currently using: CYVR
Weather Source: Vancouver International Airport (CYVR)
Distance: 10nm / 18km from CZBB

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
14 kt
190° G20 kt
20 SM
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYVR 142200Z 19014G20KT 20SM FEW040 SCT067 SCT087 BKN100 16/08 A3006 RMK CU1AC2AC1AC3 AC TR SLP180

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 6 ft
FEW 4,000 ft AGL
SCT 6,700 ft AGL
SCT 8,700 ft AGL
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,006 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
6,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,706 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
8,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,706 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,006 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Boundary Bay Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 10,000 feet and 20 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (190°) at 14 knots with gusts to 20 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 13-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component (gusting to 7 knots crosswind).

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 20 SM. The ceiling is 10000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 8°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 27 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Light Showers Rain, Mist, Light Showers Rain, Mist, FCST. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 21:00Z and 02:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, Mist between 02:00Z and 09:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 10:00Z and 17:00Z.

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
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1018 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (6 ft)
Pressure Alt
-137 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -16 ft
ISA Deviation: +1.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYVR 142040Z 1421/1524 20010KT P6SM FEW030 BKN060 TEMPO 1421/1502 P6SM -SHRA BKN030 FM150200 21010KT P6SM SCT020 BKN040 TEMPO 1502/1509 6SM -SHRA BR BKN020 FM150900 25010KT P6SM SCT030 BKN060 TEMPO 1510/1517 BKN030 FM151700 14010KT P6SM SCT015 BKN030 TEMPO 1517/1524 5SM -SHRA BR BKN015 OVC030 RMK NXT FCST BY 150000Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:06Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 6,000 ft
02:00Z FM150200
+3h
VFR 210° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
02:00Z TEMPO
+3h
MVFR
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Light Showers Rain, Mist
09:00Z FM150900
+10h
VFR 250° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 6,000 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ZBB
03
21 ✈️
07
25
13
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
4,865 ft 75 ft ASP 50°
13.2 kt 4.8 kt
20° angle
07/25 5,606 ft 100 ft ASP 90°
2.4 kt 13.8 kt
100° angle
13/31 5,605 ft 100 ft ASP 144°
9.7 kt 10.1 kt
46° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Boundary Bay Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CZBB
IATA Code: YDT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 6 ft MSL

Location

City: Delta
Country: CA
Latitude: 49.074200°
Longitude: -123.012001°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 4,865 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 07/25
Length: 5,606 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 5,605 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Boundary Bay Airport

Overview

Boundary Bay Airport (CZBB) is a medium airport located in Delta, British Columbia, Canada, situated at an elevation of 6 feet mean sea level. The airport serves the greater Vancouver metropolitan area, providing critical infrastructure for general aviation, training, and local transportation needs. Its geographic position near the coastal region makes it strategically important for regional aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Given its low elevation and coastal location, Boundary Bay Airport experiences variable weather conditions typical of the Pacific Northwest maritime climate. Pilots should anticipate potential marine layer fog, particularly during early morning and seasonal transition periods. The three parallel asphalt runways (03/21, 07/25, and 13/31) offer multiple landing options ranging from 4,865 to 5,606 feet in length, providing flexibility in different wind conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's three runways are all asphalt-surfaced and provide comprehensive coverage for different wind directions. Its proximity to the coastal region means terrain surrounding the airport is predominantly flat, with potential wind variations influenced by nearby water bodies. The airport's coordinate location at 49.074200, -123.012001 places it in a region with complex local meteorological interactions.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection at Boundary Bay Airport will depend primarily on current wind direction and speed, with the three distinct runway orientations allowing for optimal approach alignments. Pilots should carefully assess current meteorological conditions and utilize the full range of available runway lengths when planning arrivals and departures. The varied runway options provide significant operational flexibility for different aircraft types and wind scenarios.

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.