Medium airport · Alert, Canada
Alert Airport
Alert Airport is a medium airport serving Alert, Canada. Its IATA code is YLT. Its ICAO code is CYLT. It has 1 runway, longest 5,500 ft (GVL). Elevation 100 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Alert, Canada |
|---|---|
| IATA code | YLT |
| ICAO code | CYLT |
| Type | Medium airport |
| Runways | 1 runway, longest 5,500 ft (GVL) |
| Elevation | 100 ft |
| Coordinates | 82.5173° N, 62.2830° W |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
History
A weather station was established on the site in 1950, and in 1957 construction began on the military facilities which are still in use as of 2025.
National parks near this airport
National parks close to Alert Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site National Park Profiles.
- Quttinirpaaq National Park · Canada · 93.4 miles away
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Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Alert Airport?
Alert Airport — its IATA code is YLT and its ICAO code is CYLT.
Where is Alert Airport located?
Alert Airport serves Alert, Canada. Its coordinates are 82.5173° N, 62.2830° W.
What is the history of Alert Airport?
A weather station was established on the site in 1950, and in 1957 construction began on the military facilities which are still in use as of 2025.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#1806
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alert_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.