Kangirsuk Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 14h 21m 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 Kangirsuk Airport
Kangirsuk Airport is located 0.5 nautical miles east of Kangirsuk, Quebec, Canada. It has a single gravel runway, Runway 03/21 which is 3521 feet long. It has telephone facilities within the airport terminal. Within a 5 nautical mile range of the airport, patrons have access to food, medical aid and accommodation.
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Live weather
CYASNOTAMs
CYASReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 / 21 | 3,521 ft / 1,073 m | — | Unk | 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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 27% of observations, averaging 15 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 61% | -3,697 ft | |
| Feb | 58% | -4,049 ft | |
| Mar | 57% | -3,325 ft | |
| Apr | 55% | -2,408 ft | |
| May | 44% | -1,358 ft | |
| Jun | 63% | -590 ft | |
| Jul | 63% | 185 ft | |
| Aug | 52% | 41 ft | |
| Sep | 44% | -554 ft | |
| Oct | 43% | -1,044 ft | |
| Nov | 44% | -1,861 ft | |
| Dec | 48% | -2,708 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-4,049–185 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Kangirsuk Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Kangirsuk Airport?
The ICAO code for Kangirsuk Airport is CYAS, and its IATA code is YKG.
Where is Kangirsuk Airport located?
Kangirsuk Airport is small airport located in Kangirsuk, Canada, at an elevation of 403 ft (123 m).
How many runways does Kangirsuk Airport have?
Kangirsuk Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,521 ft / 1,073 m.
What time zone is Kangirsuk Airport in?
Kangirsuk Airport is in the America/Iqaluit time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Kangirsuk Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Kangirsuk Airport is approximately 21° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Kangirsuk Airport?
The nearest airport to Kangirsuk Airport is Aupaluk Airport (YPJ), about 45.5 nm to the sse, followed by Quaqtaq Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Kangirsuk Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.