Fort Nelson Airport — Fort Nelson, Canada

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Searching for an airport code near Fort Nelson? Fort Nelson Airport is identified as YYE (ICAO: CYYE).

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)

RunwayLengthWidthSurface
04/226400 ft (1951 m)200 ft (61 m)ASP
08/263575 ft (1090 m)77 ft (23 m)ASP

Radio frequencies for Fort Nelson Airport (YYE)

TypeDescriptionFrequency
ATIS125.65 MHz
MFNelson Radio, 5nm below 4300ASL122.5 MHz
PALEdmonton Centre132.87 MHz
PALEdmonton Centre134.85 MHz
PALEdmonton Centre290.6 MHz
RADIONelson Radio, (E)122.5 MHz
RCOEdmonton Radio, (E)123.55 MHz
VDF122.5 MHz

Airports near Fort Nelson Airport (YYE)

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.