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International Hub · Canada

CYOWYOW

Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport

Ottawa, Canada

ICAO

CYOW

IATA

YOW

Category

International Hub

Elevation

374 ft

Country

Canada

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at CYOW

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (CYOW / YOW) in Ottawa, Canada, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

CYOW 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 CYOW

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

Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 8; airport category A as published.

Jet A1 Fuel at CYOW

Fuel on record at Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier 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 CYOW

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

Planning reference for CYOW: 45° 19′ 19″ N 75° 40′ 8″ W; elevation 374 ft; local time UTC-5.

Crew & Passenger Services in Ottawa

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

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

Cargo Operations at CYOW

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

Field Information

Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport

Latitude
45° 19′ 19″ N
Longitude
75° 40′ 8″ W
ICAO code
CYOW
IATA code
YOW
Municipality
Ottawa
Timezone
UTC-5
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 YOW?

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

Submit flight inquiry for CYOW

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – CYOW

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport?

The ICAO code is CYOW and the IATA code is YOW.

Is Jet A1 available at CYOW?

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

What is the fire category at CYOW?

Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 8.

What time zone does CYOW operate in?

Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport operates on UTC-5.

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

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 CYOW.