Burns Lake Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 58m 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 Burns Lake Airport
This is a list of airports in British Columbia. It includes all Nav Canada certified and registered water and land airports, aerodromes and heliports in the Canadian province of British Columbia. Airport names in italics are part of the National Airports System.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Burns Lake Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: CYYD.
Live weather
CYYDNOTAMs
CYYDReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 / 29 | 5,000 ft / 1,524 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATF | Burns Lake Traffic, 5nm below 5400ASL | 122.700 MHz |
| LWIS | Limited Weather Information System | 122.950 MHz |
| PAL | Vancouver Control | 132.525 MHz |
| PAL | Vancouver Control | 123.875 MHz |
| RCO | Pacific Radio (FISE) | 123.375 MHz |
Airspace in this area(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WILLIAMS LAKE, BC CAE | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| V324 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| V301 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| WILLIAMS LAKE, BC CAE | Class E | Controlled | 6000 ft MSL | 12500 ft MSL |
| V324 AIRWAY | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| V301 AIRWAY | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Canada airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
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: SE (from about 135°), on 16% of observations, averaging 5 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 49% | 776 ft | |
| Feb | 59% | 625 ft | |
| Mar | 75% | 1,253 ft | |
| Apr | 83% | 1,593 ft | |
| May | 82% | 2,169 ft | |
| Jun | 84% | 2,546 ft | |
| Jul | 77% | 2,714 ft | |
| Aug | 78% | 2,669 ft | |
| Sep | 60% | 2,142 ft | |
| Oct | 52% | 1,547 ft | |
| Nov | 43% | 1,166 ft | |
| Dec | 47% | 793 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~625–2,714 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Burns Lake Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Burns Lake Airport?
The ICAO code for Burns Lake Airport is CYPZ, and its IATA code is YPZ.
Where is Burns Lake Airport located?
Burns Lake Airport is medium airport located in Burns Lake, Canada, at an elevation of 2,343 ft (714 m).
How many runways does Burns Lake Airport have?
Burns Lake Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,000 ft / 1,524 m.
What time zone is Burns Lake Airport in?
Burns Lake Airport is in the America/Vancouver time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Burns Lake Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Burns Lake Airport is approximately 16.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Burns Lake Airport?
The nearest airport to Burns Lake Airport is Houston Airport (CAM5), about 29.2 nm to the w, followed by Streatham Reef Hueston Airfield and Fraser Lake Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Burns Lake Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.