Fort Nelson Airport — Fort Nelson, Canada
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Distance & flight time from YYE
Fort Nelson Airport
Fort Nelson Airport (YYE) serves the town of Fort Nelson in the far northeast of British Columbia, along the historic Alaska Highway corridor. The airport supports oil and gas industry charter flights, general aviation, and scheduled service linking this remote community to larger centers such as Vancouver or Fort St. John. Fort Nelson's isolated boreal forest setting makes air access essential for residents and workers in the region's energy sector. YYE also plays a role in wildfire suppression logistics during the dry summer months, when northeastern British Columbia's dense forests are especially vulnerable to lightning-caused fires.
Runways at Fort Nelson Airport (YYE)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 6400 ft (1951 m) | 200 ft (61 m) | ASP |
| 08/26 | 3575 ft (1090 m) | 77 ft (23 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Fort Nelson Airport (YYE)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATIS | 125.65 MHz | |
| MF | Nelson Radio, 5nm below 4300ASL | 122.5 MHz |
| PAL | Edmonton Centre | 132.87 MHz |
| PAL | Edmonton Centre | 134.85 MHz |
| PAL | Edmonton Centre | 290.6 MHz |
| RADIO | Nelson Radio, (E) | 122.5 MHz |
| RCO | Edmonton Radio, (E) | 123.55 MHz |
| VDF | 122.5 MHz |
Airports near Fort Nelson Airport (YYE)
- Fort Liard Airport (YJF) — 163.2 km (101.4 mi)
- Rainbow Lake Airport (YOP) — 188.3 km (117.0 mi)
- Fort St John / North Peace Regional Airport (YXJ) — 309.4 km (192.3 mi)
- High Level Airport (YOJ) — 314.4 km (195.4 mi)
- Fort Simpson Airport (YFS) — 333.6 km (207.3 mi)
- Chetwynd Airport (YCQ) — 355.0 km (220.6 mi)
- Dawson Creek Airport (YDQ) — 373.4 km (232.0 mi)
- Watson Lake Airport (YQH) — 379.1 km (235.6 mi)
Fort Nelson Airport (YYE) links northeastern British Columbia's remote Alaska Highway community to major hubs, supporting energy sector charters and wildfire response.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Fort Nelson Airport?
The IATA code for Fort Nelson Airport is YYE.
What is the ICAO code for Fort Nelson Airport?
The ICAO code for Fort Nelson Airport is CYYE. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.