Gore Bay Manitoulin Airport — Gore Bay, Canada
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Distance & flight time from YZE
Gore Bay Manitoulin Airport
Gore Bay Manitoulin Airport (YZE) serves Gore Bay on Manitoulin Island, the largest freshwater island in the world, located within Lake Huron in northern Ontario. The airport supports general aviation, tourism-related charter flights, and occasional medevac service for the island's dispersed communities. Manitoulin Island draws visitors for its lakes, hiking trails, and Indigenous cultural heritage, and YZE provides a convenient air link for travelers avoiding the long drive and ferry combination required to reach the mainland. The airport's runway and modest terminal reflect the island's rural, close-knit character, serving a population spread across numerous small townships.
Runways at Gore Bay Manitoulin Airport (YZE)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 5500 ft (1676 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Gore Bay Manitoulin Airport (YZE)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWOS | AWOS | 128.725 MHz |
| RCO | LONDON RDO | 126.7 MHz |
| UNIC | ATF/UNICOM | 122.8 MHz |
Airports near Gore Bay Manitoulin Airport (YZE)
- Elliot Lake Municipal Airport (YEL) — 51.8 km (32.2 mi)
- Manitoulin East Municipal Airport (YEM) — 55.2 km (34.3 mi)
- Alpena County Regional Airport (APN) — 118.5 km (73.6 mi)
- Chippewa County International Airport (CIU) — 151.4 km (94.1 mi)
- Sudbury Airport (YSB) — 158.9 km (98.7 mi)
- Sault Ste Marie Airport (YAM) — 163.5 km (101.6 mi)
- Wiarton Airport (YVV) — 170.6 km (106.0 mi)
- Pellston Regional Airport of Emmet County Airport (PLN) — 176.5 km (109.7 mi)
Gore Bay Manitoulin Airport (YZE) serves the world's largest freshwater island, supporting tourism, medevac, and general aviation across Manitoulin's rural communities.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Gore Bay Manitoulin Airport?
The IATA code for Gore Bay Manitoulin Airport is YZE.
What is the ICAO code for Gore Bay Manitoulin Airport?
The ICAO code for Gore Bay Manitoulin Airport is CYZE. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.