Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Canada

CYHZYHZ

Halifax / Stanfield International Airport

Halifax, Canada

ICAO

CYHZ

IATA

YHZ

Category

International Hub

Elevation

477 ft

Country

Canada

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at CYHZ

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Halifax / Stanfield International Airport (CYHZ / YHZ) in Halifax, Canada, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

CYHZ is listed in our network as an international hub with high traffic. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – Canada

Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Canada.

Applicable permit lead times for Canada are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.

For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Canada are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at CYHZ

Direct FBO and handler coordination at CYHZ covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.

Halifax / Stanfield International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 8; airport category A as published.

Jet A1 Fuel at CYHZ

Fuel on record at Halifax / Stanfield International Airport: Jet fuel & Avgas. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to CYHZ

Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring.

Planning reference for CYHZ: 44° 52′ 52″ N 63° 30′ 32″ W; elevation 477 ft; local time UTC-4.

Crew & Passenger Services in Halifax

Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Halifax.

Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at CYHZ.

Cargo Operations at CYHZ

Support for freighter operations into CYHZ covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.

Field Information

Halifax / Stanfield International Airport

Latitude
44° 52′ 52″ N
Longitude
63° 30′ 32″ W
ICAO code
CYHZ
IATA code
YHZ
Municipality
Halifax
Timezone
UTC-4
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 8
Airport Category
A
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To YHZ?

Send us your aircraft, schedule, and requirements. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for CYHZ.

Submit flight inquiry for CYHZ

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – CYHZ

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Halifax / Stanfield International Airport?

The ICAO code is CYHZ and the IATA code is YHZ.

Is Jet A1 available at CYHZ?

Yes. Fuel on record at Halifax / Stanfield International Airport is Jet fuel & Avgas; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at CYHZ?

Halifax / Stanfield International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 8.

What time zone does CYHZ operate in?

Halifax / Stanfield International Airport operates on UTC-4.

How do I request ground handling or a permit for CYHZ?

Send your aircraft, schedule, and requirements to occ@thenetworkplan.com. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for CYHZ.