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Remote Yukon airstrip serving the Ross River community.
Location
Ross River, Canada
Ross River Airport (IATA: XRR, ICAO: CYDM) is a small regional airport located near Ross River, a small community in the Yukon Territory of Canada. It serves as a vital air link for the Kaska Dena community, providing access to a remote area with no year-round road connections to major centers.
The airport operates as a basic airstrip supporting charter and scheduled regional services, primarily facilitating the movement of residents, supplies, and emergency services. Given the extreme remoteness of Ross River, the airport plays a critical role in sustaining the community's connectivity with the rest of the Yukon.
Terminals
The airport has minimal terminal infrastructure typical of remote northern Canadian airstrips, with basic facilities for passengers.
Getting to & from
Ground transport from the airport to the small community of Ross River is limited and typically arranged privately or through local services.
Airlines here
Air North and small charter operators have historically provided regional service to Ross River Airport.
Notable facts
- ›Ross River Airport serves the Kaska Dena First Nations community in the Yukon Territory.
- ›The airport is classified as a remote community aerodrome under Transport Canada.
- ›Ross River is situated at the confluence of the Ross and Pelly rivers in central Yukon.
- ›The surrounding region is known for mining activity and wilderness tourism.
- ›Air transport is essential for medical evacuations and critical supply deliveries to the community.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
