Waskaganish Airport
Daylight today(Sep 2, 2026, local time)
About 13h 31m 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 Waskaganish Airport
Waskaganish Airport is located near the town of Waskaganish, Quebec, Canada.
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Live weather
CYKQNOTAMs
CYKQReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 / 24 | 3,511 ft / 1,070 m | 100 ft | Gravel | 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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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: WNW (from about 292.5°), on 17% of observations, averaging 10 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 41% | -3,643 ft | |
| Feb | 52% | -3,653 ft | |
| Mar | 61% | -2,884 ft | |
| Apr | 65% | -1,782 ft | |
| May | 68% | -902 ft | |
| Jun | 67% | 366 ft | |
| Jul | 71% | 668 ft | |
| Aug | 64% | 357 ft | |
| Sep | 61% | -108 ft | |
| Oct | 48% | -1,006 ft | |
| Nov | 29% | -1,898 ft | |
| Dec | 32% | -2,815 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-3,653–668 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Waskaganish Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Waskaganish Airport?
The ICAO code for Waskaganish Airport is CYKQ, and its IATA code is YKQ.
Where is Waskaganish Airport located?
Waskaganish Airport is small airport located in Waskaganish, Canada, at an elevation of 80 ft (24 m).
How many runways does Waskaganish Airport have?
Waskaganish Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,511 ft / 1,070 m.
What time zone is Waskaganish Airport in?
Waskaganish Airport is in the America/Iqaluit time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Waskaganish Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Waskaganish Airport is approximately 12.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Waskaganish Airport?
The nearest airport to Waskaganish Airport is Eastmain River Airport (ZEM), about 46.1 nm to the n, followed by Detour Lake Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Waskaganish Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.