International hub · Winnipeg, Canada
James Armstrong Richardson/Winnipeg International
- Elevation
- 783 ft
- Coordinates
- 49°55′N 97°14′W
- Local time
- America/Winnipeg
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Field information
CYWG runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
James Armstrong Richardson/Winnipeg International (CYWG/YWG) has 2 runways; the longest, 18/36, is 11,000 ft (3,353 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 7. Prior permission required (PPR): our OCC requests it with the handler or airport authority. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at CYWG, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
America/Winnipeg
Country
Canada
CA
Municipality
Winnipeg
Elevation
783 ft
Position
49.9100, -97.2399
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 7
Access
Prior permission required (PPR)
Airport category
A
No special crew requirements
Runways · CYWG
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 11,000 ft (3,353 m) | 200 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 13/31 | 8,841 ft (2,695 m) | 200 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at CYWG.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at James Armstrong Richardson/Winnipeg International (CYWG / YWG) in Winnipeg, Canada, through one 24/7 OCC desk. CYWG is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at CYWG
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 CYWG
Direct FBO and handler coordination at CYWG covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
- 03
Fuel Arrangements at CYWG
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at CYWG is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to CYWG
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for CYWG: 49° 54′ 36″ N 97° 14′ 24″ W; elevation 783 ft.
- 05
Crew & Passenger Services in Winnipeg
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Winnipeg. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at CYWG.
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Cargo Operations at CYWG
Support for freighter operations into CYWG covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where CYWG sits in the network
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Operating into CYWG?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at James Armstrong Richardson/Winnipeg International — one desk for the whole trip.