βοΈ New Aeronautical Information Circular (AIC) Detected
AIC: AIC 010/2026
Published: 2026-04-30
Type: Charts / Publications Update
FIR: NATIONWIDE (Nationwide)
π§ What Changed (Summary)
NAV CANADA is adjusting publication and data-submission timelines for the 2027 edition of the Canadian Water Aerodrome Supplement (CWAS) to publish it ahead of an Aeronautical Information Management (AIM) technology transition planned for later in 2026.
- 2027 CWAS planned publication date: 18 February 2027
- Submission deadline for new aerodromes: 1 October 2026
- Submission deadline for data amendments: 1 November 2026
- CWAS changes/questions to be submitted to: aisdata@navcanada.ca
βοΈ General Aviation Impact (Highlighted)
Operational Notes:
- Operators and water aerodrome data originators should plan for earlier CWAS data cutoff dates for the 2027 edition.
- Pilots using CWAS should expect the 2027 edition to be published on 18 February 2027; verify you are using the correct edition when planning water aerodrome operations.
VFR Impact:
- VFR seaplane and float operators relying on CWAS should anticipate earlier publication timing and ensure any required updates are submitted before the stated deadlines.
π Official Source
ποΈ This summary is generated using automated analysis and may omit important details.
It does not replace the official NAV CANADA AIC. Pilots must review the original notice in full prior to flight.