Fort Albany Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
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About Fort Albany Airport
Fort Albany Airport is located adjacent to the Indian reserve, Fort Albany 67 of the Fort Albany First Nation, Ontario, Canada. It has a singular, gravel runway designated runway 10/28 that is 3,601 by 100 ft. The airport has one passenger terminal capable of accommodating approximately 50 passengers. There is also a cargo facility at the airport.
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Fort Albany Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: CYAT.
Live weather
CYATNOTAMs
CYATReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 / 28 | 3,601 ft / 1,098 m | 100 ft | Grvl | Unlit | Open |
Navaids(1)
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 11% of observations, averaging 9 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 43% | -3,707 ft | |
| Feb | 53% | -3,903 ft | |
| Mar | 59% | -3,343 ft | |
| Apr | 52% | -2,215 ft | |
| May | 46% | -1,433 ft | |
| Jun | 59% | -282 ft | |
| Jul | 63% | 260 ft | |
| Aug | 57% | -10 ft | |
| Sep | 48% | -433 ft | |
| Oct | 43% | -1,143 ft | |
| Nov | 31% | -1,897 ft | |
| Dec | 36% | -3,127 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-3,903–260 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Fort Albany Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Fort Albany Airport?
The ICAO code for Fort Albany Airport is CYFA, and its IATA code is YFA.
Where is Fort Albany Airport located?
Fort Albany Airport is small airport located in Fort Albany, Canada, at an elevation of 48 ft (15 m).
How many runways does Fort Albany Airport have?
Fort Albany Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,601 ft / 1,098 m.
What time zone is Fort Albany Airport in?
Fort Albany Airport is in the America/Toronto time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Fort Albany Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Fort Albany Airport is approximately 10.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Fort Albany Airport?
The nearest airport to Fort Albany Airport is Kashechewan Airport (ZKE), about 4.8 nm to the n, followed by Attawapiskat Airport and Moosonee Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Fort Albany Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.