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Stanfield Intl (CYHZ/YHZ) — Halifax, Canada

Stanfield Intl (CYHZ/YHZ) serves Halifax, Canada. This is a major international airport with 2 runways (05/23, 14/32). Field elevation is 477 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 3/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 1/2
Additional Info 9/10
Observed Activity · Jul 22
1 aircraft observed within 6 NM · busiest hour 04:00Z
2026-07-192026-07-22
Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: CYHZ
  • Name: Stanfield Intl
  • Type: large_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 44.880798
  • Longitude: -63.508598
  • Elevation: 477 ft
  • Country: Canada
  • Municipality: Halifax
  • IATA Code: YHZ
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: America/Halifax
  • Distance from City: 26.5 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 05/23

  • Designation: 05/23
  • Dimensions: 10500 X 200
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: DME, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GNSS), LOC
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 14/32

  • Designation: 14/32
  • Dimensions: 7700 X 200
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: DME, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GNSS), LOC
  • Remarks: N/A

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.400 MHz
  • Ground: 121.900 MHz
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: 135.300 MHz
  • ATIS: 121.000 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Stanfield Intl operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →

  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: N/A
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: http://www.hiaa.ca/
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Customs

  • Open: N/A
  • Close: N/A
  • Phone: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: CBSA Airport of Entry. H24 customs service.

Fees

  • Landing Fee: CAD $8.20 per 1,000 kg MTOW
  • Parking Fee: CAD $0.68 per 1,000 kg MTOW per hour
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: CAD
  • Remarks: Halifax Stanfield International. HIAA fees. Innotech-Execaire Aviation Group FBO.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Innotech-Execaire. Maritime pricing; fuel imported by marine terminal.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: APIS required. CBSA available. International arrivals at main terminal. GA customs clearance with advance notice. Common tech stop for transatlantic GA flights.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: No curfew. Frequent fog and low visibility. Maritime weather patterns. Noise abatement procedures in effect.

Alternates

CYQM

  • ICAO: CYQM
  • Name: Greater Moncton Intl
  • Distance (NM): 88.8
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Port of entry. eAPIS required. Moncton, Greater Moncton Intl.

Airport Services

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Canada Permit Requirements

Fast Landing: 1d
  • Overflight Permit: No
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: N/A
  • Landing Lead Time: 2-4 weeks (Non-Scheduled International Licence for charter); 2-48 hours advance for CANPASS reporting
Private / GA Operations:

No permits for private flights. CANPASS or eDeclaration required for customs clearance.

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the operating hours of CYHZ?
Stanfield Intl operates from 00:00 to 23:59.
What is the tower frequency at CYHZ?
The tower frequency at Stanfield Intl is 118.4 MHz.
What fuel is available at CYHZ?
Stanfield Intl offers Jet A-1.
Does CYHZ require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Stanfield Intl (Canada).
Where is CYHZ located?
Stanfield Intl (CYHZ) is located in Halifax, Canada.
What is the IATA code for CYHZ?
The IATA code for Stanfield Intl is YHZ.
How long is the runway at CYHZ?
The main runway at Stanfield Intl (05/23) measures 10500 X 200.
Does CYHZ have an ILS approach?
Yes, Stanfield Intl has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runways 05/23, 14/32.
Is CYHZ a port of entry?
Yes, Stanfield Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.
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