Penticton Airport - City of Penticton

The official page for Penticton Airport – your ideal choice for flying to & from the South Okanagan, BC, Canada. Page owned & managed by the City of Penticton.

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Exciting news! WestJet has announced a new flight service between Penticton Airport and Vancouver International Airport starting May 15, 2026.

Enjoy direct flights five days a week all summer.

Get more details here: https://t.co/63mDlbvMps

@WestJet @yvrairport

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Helicopters will soon begin important safety work above Penticton and throughout the region.

You may notice increased helicopter activity in the coming weeks, including low-level flyovers.

Thank you for your patience! Get more details here: https://t.co/6Mjm56Ealg

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Pacific Coastal Airlines is adding more flights this summer!

We have the details of the new schedule, with up to three flights per day beginning June 22.

View the schedule here: https://t.co/lXTidCfe26

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You may notice some Search and Rescue aircraft on-site today, including a C-130 Hercules.

Training is underway!

#pentictonairport #yyfpenticton #penticton #aviation

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Did you hear the news? The Canadian Forces Snowbirds will return to Penticton this summer!

You won't want to miss their aerobatic show during Penticton Peach Fest on Aug. 6, 2025.

Get more details here and sign up for updates from Penticton Airport: https://t.co/PXsu15glph

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👀 If you see flashing lights or emergency vehicles at the airport today, don't be alarmed.

It's only a drill. The Penticton Fire Department is conducting emergency response training at 11 a.m. at the airfield.

Get more details: https://t.co/JAq2FniKTm

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👋 If you hear helicopters overhead this week, keep in mind these pilots are training for the upcoming firefighting season.

Wildcat Helicopters pilots are conducting emergency training at Penticton Airport.

Get more details here: https://t.co/TAZJZcObAP

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UPDATE: All commercial flights are operating today.

BC Wildfire aircraft continue to use the airport but YYF is fully operational. Thank you for your cooperation!

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UPDATE (Wednesday at 10:50am): Penticton Airport has reopened to commercial flights!

Always check with your airline or on our website before travelling. https://t.co/bKlcwH3yKY

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UPDATE: Flying to or from Penticton Airport? Check with your airline before flying.

Flights may be cancelled to allow aircraft to fight the nearby Lower Blue Mountain wildfire. Thank you for cooperation.

[YYC Calgary Airport @FlyYYC]

We can confirm there has been damage to YYC's terminal building due to hail and heavy rainfall. At this time we are prioritizing the safety of all guests and staff and clearing the impacted areas. We are currently assessing the damage and its impact to operations. #abstorm

[CTV News @CTVNews]

Parts of Calgary airport closed due to damage from hail and heavy rainfall https://t.co/1FNGb7LDnn

[Penticton Airport - City of Penticton @yyfpenticton]

With the flight disruptions worldwide today, you may be wondering if your flights out of Penticton will face delays.

Our website provides arrival and departure information: https://t.co/bKlcwH3yKY

Before you travel, it's always a good idea to check with your airline directly.

[BC Wildfire Service @BCGovFireInfo]

Thanks to the quick work of aerial resources and ground crews, the Brent Road wildfire (K51015) is now Being Held.

[BC Wildfire Service @BCGovFireInfo]

The BC Wildfire Service is currently assisting the Okanagan Falls Falls Fire Department with a fire located near Shuttleworth Creek (K50450). The fire is tracked at 1.45 hectares and is Under Control.

[RDOS EOC @EmergMgtRDOS]

@EmergMgtRDOS is monitoring a grass fire in the vicinity of Peach Cliff Drive in Electoral Area "D". Okanagan Falls Fire Dept, and @BCGovFireInfo are on scene. RDOS EOC monitoring and will have further information.

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We have some incredible photos of pilots training with night vision goggles.

Did you know that helicopter pilots from all over the world train at Penticton Airport?

See the photos here: https://t.co/wzC5LdW4J7

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Pacific Coastal Airlines is increasing its services between Penticton Airport and Vancouver International Airport to meet summer demand.

Starting June 23, the airline will fly between YYF and YVR South Terminal up to three times daily:

https://t.co/VZ5Y6jydc7

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Great news! Pacific Coastal Airlines is upsizing its aircraft this summer between Penticton and Vancouver - and adding twice-daily flights.

And WestJet is adding five extra weekly flights between YYF and Calgary.

Get the full details here: https://t.co/gALDY9PUOX

[Penticton Airport - City of Penticton @yyfpenticton]

⚠️ Did you know? Shining a laser light at an aircraft or into airspace is a crime – and puts lives at risk.

Anyone caught doing so can be convicted, face hefty fines and even jail time. Please share this information to help keep everyone safe.

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