Regional airport · Gander, Canada
Gander International
- Elevation
- 496 ft
- Coordinates
- 48°56′N 54°34′W
- Local time
- America/St Johns
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Field information
CYQX runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Gander International (CYQX/YQX) has 2 runways; the longest, 03/21, is 10,200 ft (3,109 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 5. Prior notice required (PNR): our OCC requests it with the handler or airport authority. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at CYQX, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
Regional airport
Time zone
America/St Johns
Country
Canada
CA
Municipality
Gander
Elevation
496 ft
Position
48.9363, -54.5677
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 5
Access
Prior notice required (PNR)
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · CYQX
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21 | 10,200 ft (3,109 m) | 200 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 13/31 | 8,900 ft (2,713 m) | 200 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at CYQX.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Gander International (CYQX / YQX) in Gander, Canada, through one 24/7 OCC desk. CYQX is listed in our network as a regional airport. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at CYQX
One 24/7 OCC desk
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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.
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Ground Handling at CYQX
Direct FBO and handler coordination at CYQX covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at CYQX
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at CYQX is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to CYQX
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for CYQX: 48° 56′ 11″ N 54° 34′ 4″ W; elevation 496 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Gander
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Gander. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at CYQX.
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Cargo Operations at CYQX
Support for freighter operations into CYQX covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where CYQX sits in the network
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Operating into CYQX?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Gander International — one desk for the whole trip.