Manitoulin East Municipal Airport — Sheguiandah, Canada

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Searching for an airport code near Sheguiandah? Manitoulin East Municipal Airport is identified as YEM (ICAO: CYEM).

Distance & flight time from YEM

Manitoulin East Municipal Airport

Manitoulin East Municipal Airport, coded YEM, is located near Manitowaning on Manitoulin Island in Lake Huron, the largest freshwater island in the world. The airport primarily serves general aviation, supporting the island's fishing, tourism, and Anishinaabe First Nations communities scattered across Manitoulin's rural landscape. YEM offers a faster alternative to the ferry and highway route connecting the island to mainland Ontario, particularly useful during emergencies or inclement weather when the seasonal ferry is unavailable. The island's powwows, provincial parks, and lakeside communities draw seasonal visitors, some of whom arrive by small aircraft through this modest airfield. Manitoulin East remains an important, if low-traffic, aviation link for island residents.

Runways at Manitoulin East Municipal Airport (YEM)

RunwayLengthWidthSurface
02/203500 ft (1067 m)100 ft (30 m)ASP

Radio frequencies for Manitoulin East Municipal Airport (YEM)

TypeDescriptionFrequency
CNTRTORONTO CNTR135.4 MHz
UNICATF/UNICOM122.8 MHz

Airports near Manitoulin East Municipal Airport (YEM)

Manitoulin East Municipal Airport (YEM) serves Manitoulin Island's fishing and First Nations communities in Lake Huron, offering general aviation access beyond seasonal ferry service.

FAQ

What is the IATA code for Manitoulin East Municipal Airport?

The IATA code for Manitoulin East Municipal Airport is YEM.

What is the ICAO code for Manitoulin East Municipal Airport?

The ICAO code for Manitoulin East Municipal Airport is CYEM. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.