Cortes Island (Hansen Airfield) Airport
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About Cortes Island (Hansen Airfield) Airport
This is a list of airports in British Columbia. It includes all Nav Canada certified and registered water and land airports, aerodromes and heliports in the Canadian province of British Columbia. Airport names in italics are part of the National Airports System.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 / 33 | 1,700 ft / 518 m | 75 ft | Gravel | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(11)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COMOX, BC TCA | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | FL230 |
| WILLIAMS LAKE, BC CAE | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| T645 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| COMOX, BC TCA | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | FL230 |
| T719 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| COMOX, BC TCA | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| COMOX, BC TCA | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft GND | FL230 |
| T719 AIRWAY | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| T645 AIRWAY | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| WILLIAMS LAKE, BC CAE | Class E | Controlled | 6000 ft MSL | 12500 ft MSL |
| COMOX, BC TCA | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Canada airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Cortes Island (Hansen Airfield) Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Cortes Island (Hansen Airfield) Airport located?
Cortes Island (Hansen Airfield) Airport is small airport located in Cortes Island, Canada, at an elevation of 164 ft (50 m).
How many runways does Cortes Island (Hansen Airfield) Airport have?
Cortes Island (Hansen Airfield) Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 1,700 ft / 518 m.
What time zone is Cortes Island (Hansen Airfield) Airport in?
Cortes Island (Hansen Airfield) Airport is in the America/Vancouver time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Cortes Island (Hansen Airfield) Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Cortes Island (Hansen Airfield) Airport is approximately 15.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Cortes Island (Hansen Airfield) Airport?
The nearest airport to Cortes Island (Hansen Airfield) Airport is Campbell River Airport (YBL), about 11.8 nm to the wsw, followed by Comox Valley International Airport / CFB Comox and Courtenay Airpark.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Cortes Island (Hansen Airfield) Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.