βοΈ New Aeronautical Information Circular (AIC) Detected
AIC: AIC 003/2026
Published: 2026-01-22
Effective: 2026-03-19T09:01:00Z
Affected Location: Saskatoon, SK (CYXE) / Richter Field Aerodrome (CRF5) vicinity
π§ What Changed (Summary)
NAV CANADA aeronautical study recommends increasing the dimensions of the Saskatoon (CYXE) Control Zone to a 7 NM radius with a cut-out to exclude Richter Field Aerodrome (CRF5), and designating the control zone as Class C. The modified control zone description will be published in the Designated Airspace Handbook (TP 1820E).
- Saskatoon/John G. Diefenbaker Intl (CYXE) Control Zone (CZ) to be increased to 7 NM radius (with a defined cut-out excluding CRF5).
- CZ designated Class C.
- Vertical limits: surface to 5,000 ft ASL (3,300 ft AAE) per the excerpt.
- Effective: 19 March 2026 at 0901 UTC.
- Airspace boundaries are specified by coordinates/arcs in TP 1820E-format; appropriate aeronautical publications will be amended.
βοΈ General Aviation Impact (Highlighted)
Airspace / Procedures:
- Expect Class C control zone requirements in the Saskatoon CZ (e.g., increased ATC involvement for VFR/IFR as applicable to Class C).
- If operating near CRF5, note the CZ has a cut-out intended to exclude CRF5; verify the exact depiction/limits in updated publications before flight.
Operational Notes:
- Review updated TP 1820E / relevant charts once published/amended; the excerpt indicates publications will be updated.
- Effective time is specified (0901Z); plan for the changeover if flying that day.
VFR Impact:
- VFR pilots transiting/operating near CYXE should anticipate operating in/near a Class C CZ with expanded lateral dimensions (7 NM) and ensure compliance with Class C operating requirements.
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.