La Ronge Airport — La Ronge, Canada
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for La Ronge Airport (La Ronge) is YVC — its ICAO code is CYVC.
Distance & flight time from YVC
La Ronge Airport
La Ronge Airport (YVC) serves the town of La Ronge in northern Saskatchewan, Canada, a region characterized by extensive boreal forest and numerous lakes. The airport is a key hub for forest fire suppression operations, hosting water bombers and support aircraft during Saskatchewan's wildfire season, alongside scheduled passenger flights connecting to Saskatoon and other communities. La Ronge also serves as a jumping-off point for northern fishing lodges, mining exploration activity, and Indigenous communities that rely on air access due to limited road infrastructure further north. YVC's paved runway supports a mix of regional airline, government, and charter traffic, making it one of the busier aerodromes in Saskatchewan's northern half.
Runways at La Ronge Airport (YVC)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 2396 ft (730 m) | 50 ft (15 m) | GVL |
| 18/36 | 5000 ft (1524 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for La Ronge Airport (YVC)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| MF | Barber Field traffic, 5nm below 4200ASL | 122.2 MHz |
| PAL | Winnipeg Control | 126.4 MHz |
| RADIO | Barbar Field Radio, (V) | 122.2 MHz |
| RCO | Winnipeg Radio (FISE) | 123.55 MHz |
Airports near La Ronge Airport (YVC)
- Prince Albert Glass Field (YPA) — 217.1 km (134.9 mi)
- Key Lake Airport (YKJ) — 235.1 km (146.1 mi)
- Meadow Lake Airport (YLJ) — 238.8 km (148.4 mi)
- The Pas Airport (YQD) — 299.2 km (185.9 mi)
- Lynn Lake Airport (YYL) — 322.4 km (200.3 mi)
- North Battleford Airport (YQW) — 328.9 km (204.4 mi)
- CFB Cold Lake (YOD) — 332.2 km (206.4 mi)
- Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International Airport (YXE) — 344.7 km (214.2 mi)
La Ronge Airport (YVC) anchors northern Saskatchewan aviation, combining wildfire suppression operations with scheduled flights and access to remote fishing and mining sites.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for La Ronge Airport?
The IATA code for La Ronge Airport is YVC.
What is the ICAO code for La Ronge Airport?
The ICAO code for La Ronge Airport is CYVC. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.