Roberval Airport — Roberval, Canada
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereRoberval Airport in Roberval uses the IATA code YRJ, with CYRJ as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from YRJ
Roberval Airport
YRJ denotes Roberval Airport, situated on the shores of Lac Saint-Jean in Quebec's scenic Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region. The airport primarily handles general aviation, forestry patrol flights, and recreational traffic tied to the lake's popularity for boating and fishing. Roberval has historical aviation significance as a former seaplane base and training site, and the surrounding area hosts the famous Traversee internationale du lac Saint-Jean swimming event each summer, drawing visitors who may arrive via YRJ. Without scheduled commercial service, the airport instead functions as a community asset supporting charter flights, private pilots, and emergency access for this lakeside town of roughly ten thousand residents.
Runways at Roberval Airport (YRJ)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16/34 | 5000 ft (1524 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Roberval Airport (YRJ)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | MF | 122.2 MHz |
| RCO | QUEBEC RDO | 126.7 MHz |
| RDO | RDO | 122.2 MHz |
Airports near Roberval Airport (YRJ)
- Dolbeau-Saint-Felicien Airport (YDO) — 29.9 km (18.6 mi)
- Alma Airport (YTF) — 46.0 km (28.6 mi)
- Saguenay-Bagotville Airport (YBG) — 96.3 km (59.8 mi)
- Charlevoix Airport (YML) — 183.1 km (113.8 mi)
- Quebec Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) — 203.0 km (126.1 mi)
- Chapais Airport (YMT) — 215.5 km (133.9 mi)
- Rivière-du-Loup Airport (YRI) — 215.9 km (134.2 mi)
- Forestville Airport (YFE) — 234.2 km (145.5 mi)
YRJ, Roberval Airport beside Lac Saint-Jean in Quebec, supports general aviation and forestry flights near a region famous for its international swimming marathon and lakeside recreation.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Roberval Airport?
The IATA code for Roberval Airport is YRJ.
What is the ICAO code for Roberval Airport?
The ICAO code for Roberval Airport is CYRJ. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.