Brandon Municipal Airport — Brandon, Canada
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereBrandon Municipal Airport in Brandon uses the IATA code YBR, with CYBR as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from YBR
Brandon Municipal Airport
YBR identifies Brandon Municipal Airport, serving Brandon, Manitoba, in the agricultural heart of the province's Westman region. The facility supports general aviation, flight training, medevac transfers, and light charter traffic, functioning as a regional gateway for a city best known for its farm-machinery trade shows and university. Paved runways accommodate small and medium turboprops, while the terminal handles modest passenger volumes compared to Winnipeg. YBR has historically seen scheduled service come and go as carriers adjust to prairie demand, but it remains a dependable base for air ambulance operations and agricultural aerial spraying. Local aero clubs use the field for pilot instruction, and the surrounding airspace stays relatively uncongested, making Brandon a practical stop for cross-country flights through southern Manitoba.
Runways at Brandon Municipal Airport (YBR)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 6500 ft (1981 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
| 14/32 | 3000 ft (914 m) | 60 ft (18 m) | GVL |
Radio frequencies for Brandon Municipal Airport (YBR)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | MF | 122.1 MHz |
| CNTR | WINNIPEG CNTR | 132.25 MHz |
| RCO | WINNIPEG RDO | 126.7 MHz |
| RDO | RDO | 122.1 MHz |
Airports near Brandon Municipal Airport (YBR)
- Portage-la-Prairie / Southport Airport (YPG) — 120.2 km (74.7 mi)
- Dauphin Barker Airport (YDN) — 132.6 km (82.4 mi)
- Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) — 194.2 km (120.7 mi)
- Minot Air Force Base (MIB) — 195.1 km (121.2 mi)
- Minot International Airport (MOT) — 207.6 km (129.0 mi)
- Devils Lake Regional Airport (DVL) — 213.5 km (132.7 mi)
- Gimli Industrial Park Airport (YGM) — 221.6 km (137.7 mi)
- Estevan Airport (YEN) — 230.9 km (143.5 mi)
Brandon Municipal Airport (YBR) serves Manitoba's Westman region with general aviation, medevac, and charter flights, offering travelers and pilots a convenient regional alternative to Winnipeg's busier terminals.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Brandon Municipal Airport?
The IATA code for Brandon Municipal Airport is YBR.
What is the ICAO code for Brandon Municipal Airport?
The ICAO code for Brandon Municipal Airport is CYBR. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.