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International Hub · Canada

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Kelowna International Airport

Kelowna, Canada

ICAO

CYLW

IATA

YLW

Category

International Hub

Elevation

1,421 ft

Country

Canada

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at CYLW

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Kelowna International Airport (CYLW / YLW) in Kelowna, Canada, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

CYLW is listed in our network as an international hub with medium 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 CYLW

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

Kelowna International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 6.

Jet A1 Fuel at CYLW

Fuel on record at Kelowna 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 CYLW

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

Planning reference for CYLW: 49° 57′ 22″ N 119° 22′ 41″ W; elevation 1,421 ft; local time UTC-8.

Crew & Passenger Services in Kelowna

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

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

Cargo Operations at CYLW

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

Field Information

Kelowna International Airport

Latitude
49° 57′ 22″ N
Longitude
119° 22′ 41″ W
ICAO code
CYLW
IATA code
YLW
Municipality
Kelowna
Timezone
UTC-8
Traffic
Medium
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 6
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To YLW?

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

Submit flight inquiry for CYLW

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – CYLW

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Kelowna International Airport?

The ICAO code is CYLW and the IATA code is YLW.

Is Jet A1 available at CYLW?

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

What is the fire category at CYLW?

Kelowna International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 6.

What time zone does CYLW operate in?

Kelowna International Airport operates on UTC-8.

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

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 CYLW.