North Battleford Airport — North Battleford, Canada
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereNorth Battleford Airport in North Battleford uses the IATA code YQW, with CYQW as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from YQW
North Battleford Airport
North Battleford Airport, coded YQW, serves the city of North Battleford in west-central Saskatchewan, an area characterized by mixed farming and light industrial activity. The airport primarily accommodates general aviation, agricultural flights, flight training, and small charter operations. YQW's runway infrastructure supports the needs of local pilots and regional businesses rather than scheduled commercial airline traffic. Located along the North Saskatchewan River, North Battleford benefits from the airport's role in connecting this prairie community to broader regional aviation networks, supporting both agricultural operations and occasional medical transport flights.
Runways at North Battleford Airport (YQW)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 2565 ft (782 m) | 50 ft (15 m) | ASP |
| 12/30 | 5000 ft (1524 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for North Battleford Airport (YQW)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | MF | 122.1 MHz |
| RCO | EDMONTON RDO | 123.375 MHz |
Airports near North Battleford Airport (YQW)
- Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International Airport (YXE) — 123.9 km (77.0 mi)
- Lloydminster Airport (YLL) — 136.2 km (84.6 mi)
- Meadow Lake Airport (YLJ) — 151.9 km (94.4 mi)
- Kindersley Airport (YKY) — 153.2 km (95.2 mi)
- Prince Albert Glass Field (YPA) — 179.0 km (111.2 mi)
- CFB Cold Lake (YOD) — 226.1 km (140.5 mi)
- Bonnyville Airport (YBY) — 237.5 km (147.6 mi)
- Swift Current Airport (YYN) — 278.1 km (172.8 mi)
North Battleford Airport (YQW) serves west-central Saskatchewan's farming community, supporting general aviation, agricultural flights, and medical transport along the North Saskatchewan River region.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for North Battleford Airport?
The IATA code for North Battleford Airport is YQW.
What is the ICAO code for North Battleford Airport?
The ICAO code for North Battleford Airport is CYQW. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.