Sachs Harbour (David Nasogaluak Jr. Saaryuaq) Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 16h 17m 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 Sachs Harbour (David Nasogaluak Jr. Saaryuaq) Airport
Sachs Harbour Airport is located at Sachs Harbour, Northwest Territories, Canada. Pilots will need to bring their own pump if they require 100LL fuel.
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Live weather
CYSYNOTAMs
CYSYReference 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 | 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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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: ESE (from about 112.5°), on 12% of observations, averaging 13 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 59% | -4,713 ft | |
| Feb | 63% | -5,166 ft | |
| Mar | 65% | -4,581 ft | |
| Apr | 62% | -3,693 ft | |
| May | 47% | -2,330 ft | |
| Jun | 46% | -1,248 ft | |
| Jul | 42% | -864 ft | |
| Aug | 29% | -971 ft | |
| Sep | 33% | -1,333 ft | |
| Oct | 38% | -2,065 ft | |
| Nov | 42% | -3,339 ft | |
| Dec | 56% | -4,228 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-5,166–-864 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Sachs Harbour (David Nasogaluak Jr. Saaryuaq) Airport?
The ICAO code for Sachs Harbour (David Nasogaluak Jr. Saaryuaq) Airport is CYSY, and its IATA code is YSY.
Where is Sachs Harbour (David Nasogaluak Jr. Saaryuaq) Airport located?
Sachs Harbour (David Nasogaluak Jr. Saaryuaq) Airport is small airport located in Sachs Harbour, Canada, at an elevation of 282 ft (86 m).
How many runways does Sachs Harbour (David Nasogaluak Jr. Saaryuaq) Airport have?
Sachs Harbour (David Nasogaluak Jr. Saaryuaq) Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,000 ft / 1,219 m.
What time zone is Sachs Harbour (David Nasogaluak Jr. Saaryuaq) Airport in?
Sachs Harbour (David Nasogaluak Jr. Saaryuaq) Airport is in the America/Yellowknife time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Sachs Harbour (David Nasogaluak Jr. Saaryuaq) Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Sachs Harbour (David Nasogaluak Jr. Saaryuaq) Airport is approximately 18.1° 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. Sachs Harbour (David Nasogaluak Jr. Saaryuaq) Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.