Aupaluk Airport (YPJ): Codes, Runways & Location
Aupaluk Airport (IATA: YPJ · ICAO: CYLA) is a small airport serving Aupaluk, Canada. It lies at 59.2967° N, 69.5997° W, 119 ft (36 m) above sea level.
Overview of Aupaluk Airport
Aupaluk Airport is classified in the OurAirports dataset as a small airport, serving the area of Aupaluk in Canada. It is identified by the IATA code YPJ and the ICAO code CYLA. It has scheduled commercial airline service.
Aupaluk Airport has 2 runways recorded. Its longest runway is about 1073 m (3521 ft) long. A runway of that length can physically support small turboprops and light business jets, though actual limits also depend on elevation, temperature, payload and local procedures. Runway surfaces: unk, gravel. The field elevation is 119 ft (36 m); higher-elevation airports need longer takeoff runs in thin air.
Other airports lie nearby: 6 are within reach, the closest being Tasiujaq Airport (YTQ) about 73 km away.
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Airport Details & Runways
Physical characteristics from the public-domain OurAirports dataset.
Location & Runway Capacity
Aircraft capacity by runway length
Longest runway ≈ 1,073 m — turboprop capable
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Frequently Asked Questions about Aupaluk Airport
Where is Aupaluk Airport located?
Aupaluk Airport is located in Aupaluk, Canada. Its coordinates are 59.2967° N, 69.5997° W.
What is the airport code for Aupaluk Airport?
Aupaluk Airport has an IATA code of YPJ and an ICAO code of CYLA.
How long is the runway at Aupaluk Airport?
Aupaluk Airport's longest runway is about 1073 m (3521 ft), which can support small turboprops and light business jets.
How many runways does Aupaluk Airport have?
Aupaluk Airport has 2 runways recorded in the dataset, with unk, gravel surfacing.
Is Aupaluk Airport a major airport?
Aupaluk Airport is classified as a small airport, though it does carry scheduled service.
About this data
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