Lutselk'e Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 14h 36m 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 Lutselk'e Airport
Lutselk'e Airport is located 1.1 nautical miles northeast of Lutselk'e, Northwest Territories, Canada. Caribou may be found on the runway and the local terrain makes this a difficult aerodrome to use at night.
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Live weather
CYLKNOTAMs
CYLKReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08T / 26T | 2,996 ft / 913 m | — | Unk | Unlit | Open |
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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: ENE (from about 67.5°), on 24% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 64% | -3,931 ft | |
| Feb | 76% | -4,167 ft | |
| Mar | 82% | -3,228 ft | |
| Apr | 81% | -1,867 ft | |
| May | 86% | -531 ft | |
| Jun | 81% | 654 ft | |
| Jul | 84% | 1,120 ft | |
| Aug | 75% | 850 ft | |
| Sep | 67% | 179 ft | |
| Oct | 47% | -788 ft | |
| Nov | 31% | -2,226 ft | |
| Dec | 60% | -3,746 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-4,167–1,120 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Lutselk'e Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Lutselk'e Airport?
The ICAO code for Lutselk'e Airport is CYLK, and its IATA code is YSG.
Where is Lutselk'e Airport located?
Lutselk'e Airport is small airport located in Lutselk'e, Canada, at an elevation of 596 ft (182 m).
How many runways does Lutselk'e Airport have?
Lutselk'e Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,996 ft / 913 m.
Which airlines fly to Lutselk'e Airport?
Airlines historically serving Lutselk'e Airport include Air Tindi (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Lutselk'e Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Lutselk'e Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Lutselk'e Airport in?
Lutselk'e Airport is in the America/Yellowknife time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Lutselk'e Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Lutselk'e Airport is approximately 13.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Lutselk'e Airport?
The nearest airport to Lutselk'e Airport is Taltheilei Narrows Airport (GSL), about 26.2 nm to the wnw, followed by Snap Lake Airport and Gahcho Kue.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Lutselk'e Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.