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Richardson Intl

Richardson Intl (CYWG/YWG) serves Winnipeg, Canada. This is a major international airport with 3 runways (07/25, 13/31). Field elevation is 783 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Frequencies 3/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 1/2
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: CYWG
  • Name: Richardson Intl
  • Type: large_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 49.91
  • Longitude: -97.239899
  • Elevation: 783 ft
  • Country: Canada
  • Municipality: Winnipeg
  • IATA Code: YWG
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: America/Winnipeg
  • Distance from City: 7.4 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 07/25

  • Designation: 07/25
  • Dimensions: 4500 X 200
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: NULL
  • NAVAIDs: VORTAC, NDB
  • Approach Types: RNAV (GNSS)
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 13/31

  • Designation: 13/31
  • Dimensions: 8700 X 200
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: VORTAC, NDB
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GNSS), LOC
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 18/36

  • Designation: 18/36
  • Dimensions: 11000 X 200
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: VORTAC, NDB
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GNSS), LOC
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.300, 125.400 MHz
  • Ground: 121.900 MHz
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: 120.200 MHz

Operation Hours

  • Open: N/A
  • Close: N/A
  • 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.waa.ca/
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

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

Fees

  • Landing Fee: CAD $7.80 per 1,000 kg MTOW
  • Parking Fee: CAD $0.65 per 1,000 kg MTOW per hour
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: CAD
  • Remarks: Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International. WAA fees. Fast Air Executive Aviation Services FBO.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Fast Air FBO. Central Canada pricing.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: APIS required. CBSA available. International terminal handles arrivals. GA customs clearance available with advance notice.

Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: No curfew. Extreme winter temperatures can affect operations. De-icing frequently required October-April.

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 is the tower frequency at CYWG?
The tower frequency at Richardson Intl is 118.3, 125.4 MHz.
What fuel is available at CYWG?
Richardson Intl offers Jet A-1.
Does CYWG require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Richardson Intl (Canada).