CFB Greenwood
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 15h 13m 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 CFB Greenwood
Canadian Forces Base Greenwood, or CFB Greenwood, is a Canadian Forces Base located 1.5 nautical miles east of Greenwood, Nova Scotia. It is primarily operated as an air force base by the Royal Canadian Air Force and is one of two bases in the country using the CP-140 Aurora and CP-140A Arcturus anti-submarine/maritime patrol and surveillance aircraft, the other being CFB Comox. Its primary RCAF lodger unit is 14 Wing, commonly referred to as 14 Wing Greenwood.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
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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.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26 | 8,000 ft / 2,438 m | 200 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 12 / 30 | 8,000 ft / 2,438 m | 200 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 120.600 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 128.850 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 128.025 MHz |
| GND | GND | 133.750 MHz |
| INFO | WING OPS | 30.860 MHz |
| OPS | TUSKER OPS | 129.775 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 34.460 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.500 MHz |
Navaids(3)
Airspace in this area(11)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MONTREAL FIR CAE | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| A3 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| CHARLO, NB CAE | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| V310 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| GREENWOOD CZ | Class D | Controlled | GND | 5000 ft MSL |
| V310 AIRWAY | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| GREENWOOD, NS TCA | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft GND | 9000 ft MSL |
| CHARLO, NB CAE | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| GREENWOOD, NS TCA | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft GND | 9000 ft MSL |
| MONTREAL FIR CAE | Class E | Controlled | 6000 ft MSL | 12500 ft MSL |
| A3 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.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from CFB Greenwood.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for CFB Greenwood?
The ICAO code for CFB Greenwood is CYZX, and its IATA code is YZX.
Where is CFB Greenwood located?
CFB Greenwood is medium airport located in Greenwood, Canada, at an elevation of 92 ft (28 m).
How many runways does CFB Greenwood have?
CFB Greenwood has 2 runways, the longest being 8,000 ft / 2,438 m.
What time zone is CFB Greenwood in?
CFB Greenwood is in the America/Halifax time zone (UTC-03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at CFB Greenwood?
The magnetic variation (declination) at CFB Greenwood is approximately 16° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near CFB Greenwood?
The nearest airport to CFB Greenwood is Waterville / Kings County Municipal Airport (CCW3), about 12 nm to the ene, followed by Hillaton/Kings Aerodrome and Dayspring Airpark.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. CFB Greenwood data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.