Regional airport · Fort Smith, Canada
Fort Smith
- Elevation
- 671 ft
- Coordinates
- 60°01′N 111°58′W
- Local time
- America/Edmonton
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Field information
CYSM runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Fort Smith (CYSM/YSM) has 2 runways; the longest, 12/30, is 6,000 ft (1,829 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Operating hours: Mon - Fri, 1500 - 2400Z. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at CYSM, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
Regional airport
Time zone
America/Edmonton
Country
Canada
CA
Municipality
Fort Smith
Elevation
671 ft
Position
60.0203, -111.9620
Traffic level
Medium
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Operating hours
Mon - Fri, 1500 - 2400Z
Runways · CYSM
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30 | 6,000 ft (1,829 m) | 100 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 03/21 | 1,800 ft (549 m) | 100 ft | — | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at CYSM.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Fort Smith (CYSM / YSM) in Fort Smith, Canada, through one 24/7 OCC desk. CYSM 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 CYSM
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 CYSM
Direct FBO and handler coordination at CYSM covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at CYSM
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at CYSM is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to CYSM
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for CYSM: 60° 1′ 13″ N 111° 57′ 43″ W; elevation 671 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Fort Smith
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Fort Smith. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at CYSM.
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Cargo Operations at CYSM
Support for freighter operations into CYSM covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where CYSM sits in the network
Nearest airports in our network
Operating into CYSM?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Fort Smith — one desk for the whole trip.