Whitecourt Airport
Daylight today(Aug 31, 2026, local time)
About 13h 48m 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 Whitecourt Airport
This is a list of airports in Alberta. It includes all Nav Canada certified and registered water and land airports, aerodromes and heliports in the Canadian province of Alberta. Airport names in italics are part of the National Airports System.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
CYZUNOTAMs
CYZUReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 / 29 | 5,800 ft / 1,768 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | MF WHITECOURT RDO | 122.300 MHz |
| CNTR | EDMONTON CNTR | 132.050 MHz |
| FSS | RDO | 122.300 MHz |
| RCO | EDMONTON RDO | 126.700 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airspace in this area(14)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V306 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| EDMONTON, AB CAE | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| V306 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| T664 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| V301 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| WHITECOURT, AB TA | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| T765 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| V371 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| V301 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| V301 AIRWAY | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| T765 AIRWAY | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| EDMONTON, AB CAE | Class E | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 12500 ft MSL |
| V306 AIRWAY | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| V371 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: WNW (from about 292.5°), on 21% of observations, averaging 10 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 69% | 508 ft | |
| Feb | 75% | 366 ft | |
| Mar | 68% | 1,060 ft | |
| Apr | 83% | 1,886 ft | |
| May | 84% | 2,839 ft | |
| Jun | 83% | 3,196 ft | |
| Jul | 81% | 3,380 ft | |
| Aug | 77% | 3,273 ft | |
| Sep | 80% | 2,757 ft | |
| Oct | 78% | 1,952 ft | |
| Nov | 68% | 1,221 ft | |
| Dec | 71% | 400 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~366–3,380 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Whitecourt Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Whitecourt Airport?
The ICAO code for Whitecourt Airport is CYZU, and its IATA code is YZU.
Where is Whitecourt Airport located?
Whitecourt Airport is medium airport located in Whitecourt, Canada, at an elevation of 2,567 ft (782 m).
How many runways does Whitecourt Airport have?
Whitecourt Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,800 ft / 1,768 m.
What time zone is Whitecourt Airport in?
Whitecourt Airport is in the America/Edmonton time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Whitecourt Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Whitecourt Airport is approximately 14.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Whitecourt Airport?
The nearest airport to Whitecourt Airport is Mayerthorpe Airport (CEV5), about 24.8 nm to the ese, followed by Swan Hills Airport and Fox Creek Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Whitecourt Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.