Prince Rupert Airport
I1 i3 i5
I7 i10 i12
Prince Rupert Airport is the only airport on Digby Iceland in the Canadian province of British Columbia. It is located 30 minutes from downtown Prince Rupert. Daily postal, freight and passenger flights are operated by Canada Jazz and Hawkair. Passenger flights are handled at a terminal with a check- in and a gate. The airport has no time restrictions and can be operated around the clock.
History of the airport
In the early sixties, the Canadian government has decided that Digby Iceland is a suitable location for an airport. Despite the high cost of the airport was completed in 1961.
Airstrip
Lighted asphalt runway without ILS.
- Runway 13/31, length 6000 ft, width 200 ft, asphalt
At the airport
Civil airport, gas station with A-1 fuel, airport terminal. Flight clearances 2001: 4000, passenger numbers in 2001: 58500
Transport links
Organized by the City of Prince Rupert Airport there is a shuttle service that connects Downtown Prince Rupert with the airport. There is also a ferry service between the city and the island. For passengers, it is possible travel further by helicopter or seaplane.
External links and sources
- Airport website
- Airports of the World
- History of Dodgecove