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Goose Bay Airport (CYYR/YYR) — Goose Bay, Canada

At a glance

Operating hours
Open 24h
Port of entry
Yes, with conditions
Fuel
Jet A-1
Tower
119.1
Runways
08/26, 15/33
Community check
49 days ago
Elevation
160 ft

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Basic Info 7/7
Runways 4/4
Frequencies 4/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 0/2
Additional Info 7/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: CYYR
  • Name: Goose Bay Airport
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 53.319199
  • Longitude: -60.4258
  • Elevation: 160 ft
  • Country: Canada
  • Municipality: Goose Bay
  • IATA Code: YYR
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: America/Halifax
  • Distance from City: N/A km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: No

Runways

Runway 08/26

  • Designation: 08/26
  • Dimensions: 3367x64m
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME, TACAN
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 15/33

  • Designation: 15/33
  • Dimensions: 2920x61m
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 119.100 MHz
  • Ground: 121.900 MHz
  • Operations: 129.850 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: 120.400 MHz
  • ATIS: 128.100 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

Goose Bay Airport operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →

  • Extra Hours On Request: Not recorded
  • Remarks: 12-21Z‡ Mon-Fri

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +1 709-896-6900
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: Not recorded
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Customs

  • Open: N/A
  • Close: N/A
  • Phone: 888-226-7277
  • Extra Hours On Request: Not recorded
  • Remarks: AOE 15

Fees

  • Landing Fee: CAD 5.00 per 1,000 kg MTOW
  • Parking Fee: CAD 3.00 per 1,000 kg per 24h
  • Handling Mandatory: No
  • Currency: CAD
  • Remarks: Goose Bay Airport, Labrador. Former military base. NATO training area. Strategic refueling stop for transatlantic ferry flights.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Available H24 for military and pre-arranged civilian operations.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes, with conditions: General aviation with 15 people or fewer on board (CBSA AOE/15) Source: Directory of CBSA Offices and Services, checked 2026-10-15
  • APIS Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: Not recorded
  • Curfew End: Not recorded
  • Noise Chapter Min: N/A
  • Remarks: No curfew. Military operations may affect civilian traffic. Extreme winter conditions.

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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Active NOTAMs

E5507/26
warning
Aerodrome restriction
SERVICES: PVT ADV: IRVING AVIATION CLSD
2026-08-27 12:32 UTC 2026-11-26 18:00 UTC
E5021/26
warning
Aerodrome restriction
NEW TEMPO CENTRELINE PAINTED AT HOLDING BAY F BTN TWY F AND QRA DUE DEGRADING RAMP COND
2026-08-06 19:32 UTC 2026-11-05 23:59 UTC
E4368/26
caution
ILS procedure changed
AMEND ILS Y RWY 08 (DND) APCH: DELETE: LOC RELIABLE ONLY WITHIN 15 DEG EITHER SIDE OF CL
2026-07-07 16:11 UTC No end time given (PERM)
Received 2026-07-07 16:15 UTC

+1 more active NOTAM

Checked with NAV CANADA at 2026-10-27 13:20 UTC.
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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the operating hours of CYYR?
Goose Bay Airport operates from 00:00 to 23:59.
What is the tower frequency at CYYR?
The tower frequency at Goose Bay Airport is 119.1 MHz.
What fuel is available at CYYR?
Goose Bay Airport offers Jet A-1.
Does CYYR require landing permits?
It depends on the flight. No permits for private flights. CANPASS or eDeclaration required for customs clearance. Permit details for Canada
Where is CYYR located?
Goose Bay Airport (CYYR) is located in Goose Bay, Canada.
What is the IATA code for CYYR?
The IATA code for Goose Bay Airport is YYR.
How long is the runway at CYYR?
The main runway at Goose Bay Airport (08/26) measures 3367x64m.
Does CYYR have an ILS approach?
Yes, Goose Bay Airport has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 08/26.
Is CYYR a port of entry?
Yes, with conditions. General aviation with 15 people or fewer on board (CBSA AOE/15). Source: Directory of CBSA Offices and Services, checked 2026-10-15.