Sanikiluaq Airport (YSK): Codes, Runways & Location
Sanikiluaq Airport (IATA: YSK · ICAO: CYSK) is a small airport serving Sanikiluaq, Canada. It lies at 56.5369° N, 79.2502° W, 104 ft (32 m) above sea level.
Overview of Sanikiluaq Airport
Sanikiluaq Airport is classified in the OurAirports dataset as a small airport, serving the area of Sanikiluaq in Canada. It is identified by the IATA code YSK and the ICAO code CYSK. It has scheduled commercial airline service.
Sanikiluaq Airport has 1 runway recorded. Its longest runway is about 1158 m (3800 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 surface: gravel. The field elevation is 104 ft (32 m); higher-elevation airports need longer takeoff runs in thin air.
Other airports lie nearby: 6 are within reach, the closest being Kuujjuarapik Airport (YGW) about 167 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 ≈ 1,158 m — turboprop capable
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sanikiluaq Airport
Where is Sanikiluaq Airport located?
Sanikiluaq Airport is located in Sanikiluaq, Canada. Its coordinates are 56.5369° N, 79.2502° W.
What is the airport code for Sanikiluaq Airport?
Sanikiluaq Airport has an IATA code of YSK and an ICAO code of CYSK.
How long is the runway at Sanikiluaq Airport?
Sanikiluaq Airport's longest runway is about 1158 m (3800 ft), which can support small turboprops and light business jets.
How many runways does Sanikiluaq Airport have?
Sanikiluaq Airport has 1 runway recorded in the dataset, with gravel surfacing.
Is Sanikiluaq Airport a major airport?
Sanikiluaq Airport is classified as a small airport, though it does carry scheduled service.
About this data
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