WingfarerAlert Airport
Medium airport Alert, Canada
Overview
Alert Airport (IATA: YLT, ICAO: CYLT) is located at Alert, Nunavut, Canada, approximately 830 km (520 mi) south of the true North Pole. It is operated by the Canadian Department of National Defence and is part of Canadian Forces Station Alert. A weather station was established on the site in 1950, and in 1957 construction began on the military facilities which are still in use as of 2025.
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📍 82.517263, -62.283037 · Open detailed map
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Details
| Region | Nunavut |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 82.517263, -62.283037 |
Runways (1)
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05T/23T | 5,500 ft | 150 ft | GVL |
Frequently asked questions
Where is Alert Airport?
Alert Airport is a medium airport located in Alert, Canada. It has 1 runway(s), the longest measuring 5,500 ft.
What is the airport code of Alert Airport?
Its IATA code is YLT and its ICAO code is CYLT.
Alert Airport is a medium airport located in Alert, Canada. It has 1 runway(s), the longest measuring 5,500 ft.