Cat Lake Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 47m 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 Cat Lake Airport
Cat Lake Airport is located adjacent to the Cat Lake First Nation, Kenora District, Ontario, Canada, on the central north shore of Cat Lake.
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Cat Lake Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: CYPL.
Live weather
CYPLNOTAMs
CYPLReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
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 | 3,900 ft / 1,189 m | 100 ft | Grvl | Unlit | Open |
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: W (from about 270°), on 13% of observations, averaging 9 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 31% | -1,922 ft | |
| Feb | 38% | -1,682 ft | |
| Mar | 48% | -1,032 ft | |
| Apr | 48% | -119 ft | |
| May | 55% | 633 ft | |
| Jun | 62% | 1,759 ft | |
| Jul | 69% | 2,162 ft | |
| Aug | 56% | 1,839 ft | |
| Sep | 50% | 1,279 ft | |
| Oct | 38% | 219 ft | |
| Nov | 25% | -591 ft | |
| Dec | 27% | -1,578 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,922–2,162 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Cat Lake Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Cat Lake Airport?
The ICAO code for Cat Lake Airport is CYAC, and its IATA code is YAC.
Where is Cat Lake Airport located?
Cat Lake Airport is small airport located in Cat Lake, Canada, at an elevation of 1,344 ft (410 m).
How many runways does Cat Lake Airport have?
Cat Lake Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,900 ft / 1,189 m.
What time zone is Cat Lake Airport in?
Cat Lake Airport is in the America/Winnipeg time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Cat Lake Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Cat Lake Airport is approximately 2.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Cat Lake Airport?
The nearest airport to Cat Lake Airport is Slate Falls Airport (CKD9), about 36.3 nm to the s, followed by Wiebenville Airport and North Spirit Lake Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Cat Lake Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.