Revelstoke Airport (YRV)

Revelstoke Airport operates in the heart of the Columbia Mountains, serving both aviation enthusiasts and the region's growing ski tourism industry. Located 1.7 nautical miles southeast of Revelstoke at 1,455 feet elevation, this day-VFR facility features a substantial 4,825-foot paved runway constructed on an engineered peninsula. The Columbia-Shuswap Regional District owns and operates this registered aerodrome, which has undergone significant improvements including a 110-meter runway extension completed in 2014. Mountain weather presents considerable operational challenges, with current conditions often featuring freezing levels at 1,300 meters, alpine temperatures reaching -6°C, and ridge winds from the west at 35-45 km/h. Stormy days with high winds and heavy snowfall are common, creating fresh windslab conditions at higher elevations that can affect aviation operations. The airport offers GNSS LNAV approach capabilities published in NAV Canada's Restricted Canadian Air Pilot, along with terminal building facilities, T-hangars for private and commercial operations, and both Jet A and AvGas fueling services. Pacific Coastal Airlines has provided charter flight services during ski seasons, reflecting the airport's connection to Revelstoke Mountain Resort's tourism economy. The facility aims to attract regular charters for tourists and potentially develop commercial flight services to support the region's recreational economy. Weather-dependent operations are the norm, with rapid changes in mountain conditions requiring flexible scheduling and experienced mountain flying skills. The airport serves as a gateway to world-class skiing, mountaineering, and outdoor recreation opportunities in the Selkirk and Monashee mountain ranges.

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