Big Trout Lake Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 56m 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 Big Trout Lake Airport
Big Trout Lake Airport is located 0.6 nautical miles southwest of Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug, Ontario, Canada.
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Live weather
CYTLNOTAMs
CYTLReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 / 32 | 3,900 ft / 1,189 m | 100 ft | Grvl | Unlit | Open |
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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: N (from about 0°), on 11% of observations, averaging 7 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 37% | -3,032 ft | |
| Feb | 47% | -3,007 ft | |
| Mar | 51% | -2,318 ft | |
| Apr | 52% | -1,283 ft | |
| May | 48% | -503 ft | |
| Jun | 53% | 714 ft | |
| Jul | 57% | 1,195 ft | |
| Aug | 56% | 1,007 ft | |
| Sep | 50% | 314 ft | |
| Oct | 34% | -660 ft | |
| Nov | 23% | -1,454 ft | |
| Dec | 31% | -2,576 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-3,032–1,195 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Big Trout Lake Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Big Trout Lake Airport?
The ICAO code for Big Trout Lake Airport is CYTL, and its IATA code is YTL.
Where is Big Trout Lake Airport located?
Big Trout Lake Airport is small airport located in Big Trout Lake, Canada, at an elevation of 729 ft (222 m).
How many runways does Big Trout Lake Airport have?
Big Trout Lake Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,900 ft / 1,189 m.
What time zone is Big Trout Lake Airport in?
Big Trout Lake Airport is in the America/Toronto time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Big Trout Lake Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Big Trout Lake Airport is approximately 4.2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Big Trout Lake Airport?
The nearest airport to Big Trout Lake Airport is Wapekeka Airport (YAX), about 11.4 nm to the e, followed by Kasabonika Airport and Kingfisher Lake Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Big Trout Lake Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.