Puvirnituq 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 Puvirnituq Airport
Puvirnituq Airport is an airport located 1 nautical mile north of Puvirnituq, an Inuit community in Nunavik, Quebec, Canada. It is owned by Quebec's Ministry of Transport and operated by the Kativik Regional Government. The airport has a gravel runway and is served by Air Inuit.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
CYPXNOTAMs
CYPXReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 / 19 | 6,299 ft / 1,920 m | 148 ft | Gvl | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | AFLD RDO | 122.100 MHz |
| ATF | CTAF MF | 122.100 MHz |
| RCO | QUEBEC RDO | 126.700 MHz |
Navaids(2)
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 12% of observations, averaging 15 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 27% | -4,179 ft | |
| Feb | 35% | -4,653 ft | |
| Mar | 33% | -4,005 ft | |
| Apr | 31% | -3,073 ft | |
| May | 24% | -1,866 ft | |
| Jun | 41% | -1,102 ft | |
| Jul | 43% | -154 ft | |
| Aug | 40% | -211 ft | |
| Sep | 28% | -706 ft | |
| Oct | 27% | -1,388 ft | |
| Nov | 30% | -2,243 ft | |
| Dec | 22% | -3,122 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-4,653–-154 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Puvirnituq Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Puvirnituq Airport?
The ICAO code for Puvirnituq Airport is CYPX, and its IATA code is YPX.
Where is Puvirnituq Airport located?
Puvirnituq Airport is medium airport located in Puvirnituq, Canada, at an elevation of 74 ft (23 m).
How many runways does Puvirnituq Airport have?
Puvirnituq Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 6,299 ft / 1,920 m.
What time zone is Puvirnituq Airport in?
Puvirnituq Airport is in the America/Iqaluit time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Puvirnituq Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Puvirnituq Airport is approximately 17.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Puvirnituq Airport?
The nearest airport to Puvirnituq Airport is Akulivik Airport (AKV), about 52.7 nm to the nnw.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Puvirnituq Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.