Port Hawkesbury Airport — Port Hawkesbury, Canada
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Distance & flight time from YPS
Port Hawkesbury Airport
Port Hawkesbury Airport, designated YPS, serves the town of Port Hawkesbury and the broader Strait of Canso area on Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia. The airport supports regional commercial flights connecting to Halifax, along with general aviation and charter traffic tied to the area's industrial base, including pulp mills and marine terminals. Its single paved runway is capable of handling turboprop aircraft typically used on short regional routes. As one of Cape Breton's aviation gateways, YPS plays a role in facilitating business travel to the island's industrial and coastal communities, complementing the more tourism-focused Sydney airport located elsewhere on the island.
Runways at Port Hawkesbury Airport (YPS)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 5000 ft (1524 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Port Hawkesbury Airport (YPS)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| RDO | HALIFAX RDO | 126.7 MHz |
| UNIC | ATF/UNICOM | 122.8 MHz |
Airports near Port Hawkesbury Airport (YPS)
- Sydney / J.A. Douglas McCurdy Airport (YQY) — 116.4 km (72.3 mi)
- Charlottetown Airport (YYG) — 152.9 km (95.0 mi)
- Halifax / Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) — 188.4 km (117.1 mi)
- Îles-de-la-Madeleine Airport (YGR) — 199.1 km (123.7 mi)
- Summerside Airport (YSU) — 209.3 km (130.1 mi)
- Greater Moncton Roméo LeBlanc International Airport (YQM) — 261.1 km (162.2 mi)
- CFB Greenwood (YZX) — 287.3 km (178.5 mi)
- Miramichi Airport (YCH) — 347.4 km (215.9 mi)
Port Hawkesbury Airport (YPS) connects Cape Breton Island's Strait of Canso region to Halifax, supporting industrial, business, and general aviation traffic in Nova Scotia.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Port Hawkesbury Airport?
The IATA code for Port Hawkesbury Airport is YPS.
What is the ICAO code for Port Hawkesbury Airport?
The ICAO code for Port Hawkesbury Airport is CYPD. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.