Goose Bay Airport — Goose Bay, Canada
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Goose Bay Airport
Goose Bay Airport (YYR) in Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Newfoundland and Labrador, began as a strategically vital military airbase during the Second World War, serving as a refueling stop for aircraft crossing the North Atlantic. The airport retains a joint civilian-military character today, hosting Canadian Forces Base 5 Wing Goose Bay alongside scheduled commercial flights connecting Labrador to the island of Newfoundland. Its long runways, built for heavy wartime bomber traffic, made Goose Bay a valuable low-level flight training site for NATO air forces for decades. YYR remains a key transportation hub for Labrador's scattered communities, blending its historic military legacy with ongoing civilian aviation needs.
Runways at Goose Bay Airport (YYR)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 11046 ft (3367 m) | 209 ft (64 m) | ASP |
| 15/33 | 9580 ft (2920 m) | 200 ft (61 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Goose Bay Airport (YYR)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATIS | ATIS | 128.1 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 118.1 MHz |
| CNTR | GANDER CNTR | 120.4 MHz |
| FBO | Wooward Aviation (Esso) | 122.9 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.9 MHz |
| MIL | Ranger Base | 129.3 MHz |
| OPS | WING OPS | 129.85 MHz |
| PAL | Gander Centre | 120.4 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV | 344.6 MHz |
| RCO | Halifax Radio (FISE) | 123.475 MHz |
| RDR | PAR | 119.9 MHz |
| TML | Goose Bay Terminal | 119.5 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.1 MHz |
Airports near Goose Bay Airport (YYR)
- St Augustin Airport (YIF) — 263.4 km (163.7 mi)
- Lourdes-de-Blanc-Sablon Airport (YBX) — 303.0 km (188.3 mi)
- Natashquan Airport (YNA) — 360.4 km (223.9 mi)
- St. Anthony Airport (YAY) — 364.5 km (226.5 mi)
- Havre-Saint-Pierre Airport (YGV) — 402.5 km (250.1 mi)
- Wabush Airport (YWK) — 431.8 km (268.3 mi)
- Schefferville Airport (YKL) — 447.7 km (278.2 mi)
- Port-Menier Airport (YPN) — 470.2 km (292.2 mi)
Goose Bay Airport (YYR) in Labrador combines a historic World War II military legacy, NATO flight training history, and vital civilian air links across Newfoundland.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Goose Bay Airport?
The IATA code for Goose Bay Airport is YYR.
What is the ICAO code for Goose Bay Airport?
The ICAO code for Goose Bay Airport is CYYR. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.