The Village of Empress

is nestled between the Red Deer River and the South Saskatchewan River, at the eastern edge of Alberta. There is a wild feel to this quaint village surrounded by expansive farms and ranches, pronghorns, coyotes and so many different species of birds. The recreation opportunities for adventurers and star-gazers are boundless. Come and see for yourself!

Empress Airport

 

ICAO designation: CYEA

(ICAO: International Civil Aviation Organization)

Location: 2 km south of Empress at GPS: 50.932433, -110.011217
Operator Village of Empress, 403-565-3938
Runway Composition: Asphalt
Runway Size: 2953 x 75 feet / 900 x 22.9 metres
Runway Heading: 114° / 294°
Elevation AMSL 2211 feet / 674 metres
Aerodrome Traffic Frequency (ATF) Traffic 123.2 MHz
Navigation Aid: Empress VOR 50.926138, -109.989616, on frequency 115.90 MHz.
Landing Fees: None
Fuel: None
Amenities at airport: Building to get out of the cold

 

There is no telephone in the airport building, and there are no toilet facilities. If you have not already arranged transportation to/from the airport, and you have a mobile phone, you will find phone numbers posted for people who will give you a ride.

For the most recent and official information about the airport, you should refer to the Canada Flight Supplement published by NAV Canada.

Empress Airport Hanger

Airport Entrance at Highway 899 (Range Road 1-1)

Airport entrance signs at Highway 899 (Range Road 1-1)

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