flying NWT - flying TO AND withIN THE nORTHWEST TERRITORIES
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The Northwest Territories is paradise for float and bush flying! Summer daylight hours are long, sunshine is abundant, and waters are pristine. Great Slave Lake and Great Bear Lake offer world-class sportfishing while smaller lakes and rivers provide excellent angling opportunities. The Northwest Territories Flying Association (NWTFA) encourages local and visiting aviation enthusiasts to explore our region and experience the adventure first-hand!
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flight planning and pilot resources
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Pilots are encouraged to undertake careful flight planning prior to embarking on their trip to the Northwest Territories. NWTFA serves as a valuable source for information on general aviation services and amenities in the region, resources to assist with flight planning, and local contacts.
Browse our flight planning/pilot resources pages for information on aircraft parking, availability of 100LL avgas, local weather, forest fire activity, and more. Learn more... |
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enroute to yellowknife
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NWTFA strives to provide useful information to the general aviation community to assist with planning a flying trip to Yellowknife and the surrounding region. Our "Enroute to Yellowknife" profiles compile aerodrome data, coordinates, site descriptions, anecdotal information and photographs of various stopovers. Each profile includes a pdf download providing all information in a convenient printable format.
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places to fly
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NWTFA encourages the general aviation community to explore the region, sample amazing aviation tourism experiences, or just enjoy time out on the land. Our "Places to Fly" profiles highlight some of our favorite destinations through site descriptions, maps, coordinates and photographs. Each profile includes a pdf download providing all information in a convenient printable format.
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THAIDENE NENE NATIONAL PARK RESERVE
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Thaidene Nene National Park Reserve was established to protect the East Arm region of Great Slave Lake. The park reserve offers outstanding destinations for floatplane excursions and boasts world-class sportfishing.
An aircraft access permit is required for all take-offs and landings and a national park fishing permit is required for sportfishing. Learn more and plan a visit... |
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