Paulatuk (Nora Aliqatchialuk Ruben) Airport
Daylight today(Aug 31, 2026, local time)
About 15h 30m 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 Paulatuk (Nora Aliqatchialuk Ruben) Airport
Paulatuk Airport is located near Paulatuk, Northwest Territories, Canada. Nav Canada reports that subsidence, turbulence and cross-winds may be encountered when landing here.
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Live weather
CYPCNOTAMs
CYPCReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02T / 20T | 4,000 ft / 1,219 m | 100 ft | Gvl | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATF | MANDATORY FREQ | 122.100 MHz |
| RDO | ARPT RDO | 122.100 MHz |
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 15% of observations, averaging 10 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 62% | -4,991 ft | |
| Feb | 62% | -5,268 ft | |
| Mar | 69% | -4,789 ft | |
| Apr | 56% | -3,679 ft | |
| May | 50% | -2,132 ft | |
| Jun | 59% | -1,328 ft | |
| Jul | 53% | -628 ft | |
| Aug | 40% | -747 ft | |
| Sep | 44% | -1,075 ft | |
| Oct | 49% | -1,902 ft | |
| Nov | 49% | -3,258 ft | |
| Dec | 60% | -4,309 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-5,268–-628 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Paulatuk (Nora Aliqatchialuk Ruben) Airport?
The ICAO code for Paulatuk (Nora Aliqatchialuk Ruben) Airport is CYPC, and its IATA code is YPC.
Where is Paulatuk (Nora Aliqatchialuk Ruben) Airport located?
Paulatuk (Nora Aliqatchialuk Ruben) Airport is small airport located in Paulatuk, Canada, at an elevation of 15 ft (5 m).
How many runways does Paulatuk (Nora Aliqatchialuk Ruben) Airport have?
Paulatuk (Nora Aliqatchialuk Ruben) Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,000 ft / 1,219 m.
What time zone is Paulatuk (Nora Aliqatchialuk Ruben) Airport in?
Paulatuk (Nora Aliqatchialuk Ruben) Airport is in the America/Yellowknife time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Paulatuk (Nora Aliqatchialuk Ruben) Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Paulatuk (Nora Aliqatchialuk Ruben) Airport is approximately 18.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Paulatuk (Nora Aliqatchialuk Ruben) Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.