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Remote Canadian gateway serving Labrador's largest community.
Opened
1941
Location
Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Canada
Goose Bay Airport (IATA: YYR, ICAO: CYYR) is a civilian and military airport located near Happy Valley-Goose Bay in Labrador, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. It serves as the primary air link for one of the most remote communities in eastern Canada, connecting residents to provincial and national destinations.
The airport has historically been of significant strategic military importance, having hosted NATO low-level flight training operations for decades. Canadian Forces Base 5 Wing Goose Bay shares the airfield, giving the facility a dual civilian-military character that shapes much of its infrastructure and runway capacity.
The airport features a long runway capable of accommodating large military and civilian aircraft, and has occasionally served as an emergency diversion airport for transatlantic flights due to its mid-Atlantic positioning.
Terminals
The airport has a single, modest passenger terminal building serving all commercial airline operations.
Getting to & from
Ground transportation between the airport and Happy Valley-Goose Bay is primarily served by taxis and private vehicles, with no regular public bus service.
Airlines here
Air Canada Express (operated by PAL Airlines) provides the primary scheduled passenger service connecting Goose Bay to other regional and national destinations.
Notable facts
- ›The airfield was constructed during World War II as a strategic refueling stop for aircraft being ferried to Europe.
- ›5 Wing Goose Bay hosts NATO allied air forces for low-level flight training operations.
- ›The main runway (16/34) is approximately 11,050 feet long, capable of handling large military transports.
- ›The airport has served as an emergency diversion point for transatlantic commercial flights.
- ›Goose Bay was once home to American, British, German, and Dutch military aviation detachments during the Cold War era.
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 Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
