Nakina Airport — Nakina, Canada
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Distance & flight time from YQN
Nakina Airport
Nakina Airport, identified as YQN, serves the small township of Nakina in the remote northern reaches of Ontario, an area historically tied to the Canadian National Railway and forestry industry. The airport primarily supports general aviation, forest fire management operations, and charter flights serving nearby fly-in fishing and hunting lodges. YQN's gravel runway reflects the modest scale of aviation activity typical of Ontario's far north. Given the region's limited road access, Nakina Airport remains an important link for outdoor tourism operators and resource sector workers traveling to and from this isolated boreal community.
Runways at Nakina Airport (YQN)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 3500 ft (1067 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Nakina Airport (YQN)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| UNIC | ATF/UNICOM | 122.8 MHz |
Airports near Nakina Airport (YQN)
- Geraldton Greenstone Regional Airport (YGQ) — 48.2 km (30.0 mi)
- Manitouwadge Airport (YMG) — 136.2 km (84.6 mi)
- Armstrong Airport (YYW) — 157.9 km (98.1 mi)
- Marathon Airport (YSP) — 160.8 km (99.9 mi)
- Hornepayne Municipal Airport (YHN) — 177.6 km (110.4 mi)
- Hearst René Fontaine Municipal Airport (YHF) — 221.6 km (137.7 mi)
- Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) — 277.2 km (172.2 mi)
- Wawa Airport (YXZ) — 282.9 km (175.8 mi)
Nakina Airport (YQN) serves this remote northern Ontario township, supporting forestry, forest fire operations, and fly-in fishing and hunting lodge access in the boreal wilderness.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Nakina Airport?
The IATA code for Nakina Airport is YQN.
What is the ICAO code for Nakina Airport?
The ICAO code for Nakina Airport is CYQN. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.