Ignace Municipal Airport

CZUC / ZUC

Ignace, CA

Last Updated
May 15, 01:00Z

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Currently using: CYXL
Weather Source: Sioux Lookout Airport (CYXL)
Distance: 42nm / 77km from CZUC

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
01:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
8 kt
170° G15 kt
15 SM
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1002 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYXL 150100Z 17008G15KT 15SM -SHRA FEW068 BKN100 OVC220 13/05 A2958 RMK AC2AS5CS1 CVCTV CLD EMBD SLP028 DENSITY ALT 1800FT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,435 ft
FEW 6,800 ft AGL
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
OVC 22,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
6,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,235 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,435 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
22,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
23,435 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Ignace Municipal Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 22,000 feet and 15 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (170°) at 8 knots with gusts to 15 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component (gusting to 13 knots crosswind).

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 15 SM. The ceiling is 10000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 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, FCST. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, Mist between 22:00Z and 08:00Z.

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
1002 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
954 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,435 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,773 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,877 ft
ISA Deviation: +0.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF CYXL 141942Z 1420/1508 17012G25KT P6SM SKC FM142200 19015G25KT P6SM -SHRA OVC060 TEMPO 1422/1508 5SM -SHRA BR BKN030 OVC060 BECMG 1504/1506 21012G22KT RMK NXT FCST BY 150200Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:29Z BASE
+0h
VFR 170° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
04:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 210° 12 kt
FCST

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ZUC
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
3,512 ft 75 ft ASP 49°
4.0 kt 6.9 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Ignace Municipal Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CZUC
IATA Code: ZUC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,435 ft MSL

Location

City: Ignace
Country: CA
Latitude: 49.428204°
Longitude: -91.720418°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 3,512 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Ignace Municipal Airport

Overview

Ignace Municipal Airport (CZUC) is a medium-sized airport located in Ignace, Ontario, Canada. Situated at coordinates 49.428204, -91.720418, the airport serves the local transportation needs of the Ignace region, providing critical aviation infrastructure in northwestern Ontario.

Flying Conditions

The airport elevation of 1435 feet MSL places it in a terrain environment with potential for variable weather conditions. Pilots should anticipate typical northwestern Ontario weather patterns, which can include rapid changes in visibility and wind conditions, particularly during transitional seasons.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (05/23) with an asphalt surface measuring 3512 feet in length. Its geographic position suggests potential challenges related to regional terrain, including potential wind shear and localized atmospheric variations typical of the Canadian shield landscape.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 provides a primary approach vector aligned with the local terrain. Given the runway's moderate length of 3512 feet, pilots should carefully assess aircraft performance parameters and current meteorological conditions prior to landing, particularly during challenging seasonal transitions.

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.