Fort Nelson Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 14h 19m 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 Fort Nelson Airport
Northern Rockies Regional Airport is located 3.8 nautical miles east northeast of Fort Nelson, British Columbia, Canada.
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Live weather
CYYENOTAMs
CYYEReference 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 (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 / 25 | — | — | Unk | Unlit | Closed |
| 04 / 22 | 6,400 ft / 1,951 m | 200 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 08 / 26 | 3,575 ft / 1,090 m | 77 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATIS | — | 125.650 MHz |
| MF | Nelson Radio, 5nm below 4300ASL | 122.500 MHz |
| PAL | Edmonton Centre | 132.870 MHz |
| PAL | Edmonton Centre | 134.850 MHz |
| PAL | Edmonton Centre | 290.600 MHz |
| RADIO | Nelson Radio, (E) | 122.500 MHz |
| RCO | Edmonton Radio, (E) | 123.550 MHz |
| VDF | — | 122.500 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(8)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FORT NELSON, BC CAE | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| FORT NELSON, BC CAE | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| FORT NELSON, BC TA | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| V326 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| FORT NELSON CZ | Class E | Controlled | GND | 3000 ft GND |
| FORT NELSON, BC CAE | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| FORT NELSON, BC TA | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| V326 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: S (from about 180°), on 13% of observations, averaging 4 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 66% | -2,224 ft | |
| Feb | 74% | -2,199 ft | |
| Mar | 78% | -1,363 ft | |
| Apr | 84% | -1 ft | |
| May | 89% | 1,206 ft | |
| Jun | 84% | 1,696 ft | |
| Jul | 79% | 1,857 ft | |
| Aug | 77% | 1,666 ft | |
| Sep | 77% | 1,017 ft | |
| Oct | 72% | -1 ft | |
| Nov | 62% | -1,366 ft | |
| Dec | 73% | -2,411 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-2,411–1,857 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Fort Nelson Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Fort Nelson Airport?
The ICAO code for Fort Nelson Airport is CYYE, and its IATA code is YYE.
Where is Fort Nelson Airport located?
Fort Nelson Airport is medium airport located in Fort Nelson, Canada, at an elevation of 1,253 ft (382 m).
How many runways does Fort Nelson Airport have?
Fort Nelson Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 6,400 ft / 1,951 m.
What time zone is Fort Nelson Airport in?
Fort Nelson Airport is in the America/Fort Nelson time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Fort Nelson Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Fort Nelson Airport is approximately 17.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Fort Nelson Airport?
The nearest airport to Fort Nelson Airport is Gordon Field (CBL3), about 5.9 nm to the w.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Fort Nelson Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.