Edson Airport — Edson, Canada
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Edson Airport (Edson) is YET — its ICAO code is CYET.
Distance & flight time from YET
Edson Airport
Edson Airport, identified by the code YET, is a small regional airport located near the town of Edson in west-central Alberta, Canada. It primarily supports general aviation, forestry patrol flights, and charter operations tied to the surrounding energy and logging industries. The airport features a gravel or paved runway suited to light aircraft and lacks scheduled commercial airline service, making it a facility geared toward local and industrial aviation needs. Edson's location along the Yellowhead Highway corridor gives YET strategic value for regional transport, emergency medical flights, and firefighting support during wildfire season, underscoring its role as practical infrastructure for a resource-driven Alberta community.
Runways at Edson Airport (YET)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25 | 6000 ft (1829 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Edson Airport (YET)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATF | ATF | 123.2 MHz |
| AWOS | 128.75 MHz |
Airports near Edson Airport (YET)
- Whitecourt Airport (YZU) — 77.0 km (47.8 mi)
- Edmonton International Airport (YEG) — 193.4 km (120.2 mi)
- Slave Lake Airport (YZH) — 219.6 km (136.5 mi)
- Red Deer Regional Airport (YQF) — 232.1 km (144.2 mi)
- Grande Prairie Airport (YQU) — 237.1 km (147.3 mi)
- Peace River Airport (YPE) — 301.1 km (187.1 mi)
- Revelstoke Airport (YRV) — 313.6 km (194.9 mi)
- Calgary International Airport (YYC) — 320.3 km (199.0 mi)
Edson Airport (YET) in west-central Alberta supports general aviation, forestry, and charter flights for the Yellowhead Highway region, without scheduled airline service.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Edson Airport?
The IATA code for Edson Airport is YET.
What is the ICAO code for Edson Airport?
The ICAO code for Edson Airport is CYET. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.