Burwash Airport — Burwash Landing, Canada
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Distance & flight time from YDB
Burwash Airport
Burwash Airport, coded YDB, is a remote airstrip near Burwash Landing in Yukon, close to Kluane National Park and Reserve, home to Canada's highest peaks and vast icefields. The facility primarily served as a refueling and weather station stop along historic northern air routes, including wartime supply corridors, and today supports general aviation, wildlife management flights, and access for researchers studying the Kluane region's glaciers and alpine ecosystems. YDB sees minimal traffic compared to larger Yukon airports, reflecting the sparse population of the area, but it remains a useful staging point for expeditions into one of North America's most rugged and remote mountain landscapes near the Alaska border.
Runways at Burwash Airport (YDB)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 5006 ft (1526 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | GVL |
Radio frequencies for Burwash Airport (YDB)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATF | MANDTORY FREQUENCY | 122.1 MHz |
| AWOS | AWOS | 128.7 MHz |
| RCO | WHITEHORSE RDO | 126.7 MHz |
| RDO | ARPT RDO | 122.1 MHz |
Airports near Burwash Airport (YDB)
- Haines Junction Airport (YHT) — 103.2 km (64.1 mi)
- Beaver Creek Airport (YXQ) — 150.0 km (93.2 mi)
- Yakutat Airport (YAK) — 209.9 km (130.4 mi)
- Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport (YXY) — 226.3 km (140.6 mi)
- Northway Airport (ORT) — 231.8 km (144.0 mi)
- Dawson City Airport (YDA) — 297.1 km (184.6 mi)
- Mayo Airport (YMA) — 298.1 km (185.2 mi)
- Haines Airport (HNS) — 305.6 km (189.9 mi)
Burwash Airport (YDB) near Kluane National Park in Yukon supports general aviation and research access to one of North America's most remote glaciated mountain regions.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Burwash Airport?
The IATA code for Burwash Airport is YDB.
What is the ICAO code for Burwash Airport?
The ICAO code for Burwash Airport is CYDB. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.