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Yukon's hometown airline connecting the North.
Founded
1977
Headquarters
Whitehorse, Canada
Air North, Yukon's Airline, is a regional Canadian carrier headquartered in Whitehorse, Yukon Territory. Founded in 1977, it operates scheduled passenger and charter services connecting Yukon communities with southern Canadian cities, as well as flights within the territory.
The airline is majority owned by the Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation, making it one of Canada's prominent Indigenous-owned carriers. It is known for its strong community ties and reputation for personalized service in a remote and challenging operating environment.
In addition to scheduled routes, Air North provides charter services for resource industries, government, and tourism operators across northern Canada, playing a vital role in the economic and social connectivity of the region.
Hubs & network
Air North's primary hub is Erik Nielsen Whitehorse International Airport (YXY), with connections to Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, and Old Crow.
Fleet
Air North operates Boeing 737-500 aircraft for scheduled services along with smaller turboprop aircraft for remote community and charter operations.
Notable facts
- ›Majority owned by the Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation of Old Crow, Yukon.
- ›Operates one of the northernmost scheduled airline networks in Canada.
- ›Known for complimentary hot meals on scheduled flights, a rarity among regional carriers.
- ›Serves remote Yukon communities including Old Crow, accessible only by air.
- ›Operates both scheduled passenger services and charter flights for resource industries.
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