Déline Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 15h 3m 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 Déline Airport
Déline Airport is an airport located 1.4 nautical miles northwest of Deline, Northwest Territories, Canada. Caribou may be found on the runway. The airport was previously known as Fort Franklin Airport.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
CYWJNOTAMs
CYWJReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26 | 3,933 ft / 1,199 m | 99 ft | Grvl | 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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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: E (from about 90°), on 20% of observations, averaging 9 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 59% | -3,700 ft | |
| Feb | 68% | -3,721 ft | |
| Mar | 72% | -3,182 ft | |
| Apr | 75% | -1,713 ft | |
| May | 77% | -218 ft | |
| Jun | 78% | 560 ft | |
| Jul | 69% | 1,019 ft | |
| Aug | 69% | 807 ft | |
| Sep | 58% | 166 ft | |
| Oct | 35% | -877 ft | |
| Nov | 41% | -2,335 ft | |
| Dec | 56% | -3,396 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-3,721–1,019 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Déline Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Déline Airport?
The ICAO code for Déline Airport is CYWJ, and its IATA code is YWJ.
Where is Déline Airport located?
Déline Airport is small airport located in Déline, Canada, at an elevation of 703 ft (214 m).
How many runways does Déline Airport have?
Déline Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,933 ft / 1,199 m.
Which airlines fly to Déline Airport?
Airlines historically serving Déline Airport include Hello (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Déline Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Déline Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Déline Airport in?
Déline Airport is in the America/Yellowknife time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Déline Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Déline Airport is approximately 18.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Déline Airport?
The nearest airport to Déline Airport is Ford Bay Airport (CBC2), about 58.9 nm to the nnw.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Déline Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.