Jean Marie River Airport
Daylight today(Jul 21, 2026, local time)
About 18h 8m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Jean Marie River Airport
This is a list of airports in the Northwest Territories. It includes all Nav Canada certified and registered water and land airports, aerodromes and heliports in the Canadian territory of the Northwest Territories. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 / 29 | 2,512 ft / 766 m | 59 ft | Gvl | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATF | ATF | 123.200 MHz |
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V329 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| FORT SIMPSON, NT CAE | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| V329 AIRWAY | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| FORT SIMPSON, NT CAE | Class E | Controlled | 2200 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 Jean Marie River Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Jean Marie River Airport located?
Jean Marie River Airport is small airport located in Jean Marie River, Canada, at an elevation of 470 ft (143 m).
How many runways does Jean Marie River Airport have?
Jean Marie River Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,512 ft / 766 m.
What time zone is Jean Marie River Airport in?
Jean Marie River Airport is in the America/Yellowknife time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Jean Marie River Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Jean Marie River Airport is approximately 17.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Jean Marie River Airport?
The nearest airport to Jean Marie River Airport is Fort Simpson Airport (YFS), about 22.5 nm to the nw, followed by Fort Simpson Island Airport and Sambaa K'e Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Jean Marie River Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.