Sachs Harbour (David Nasogaluak Jr. Saaryuaq) Airport

Sachs Harbour (David Nasogaluak Jr. Saaryuaq) Airport (IATA: YSY, ICAO: CYSY) serves the small Inuvialuit community of Sachs Harbour on Banks Island in the Northwest Territories, Canada. It is one of Canada's most remote airports, situated above the Arctic Circle and accessible primarily by air year-round due to the island's isolation. The airport was renamed to honor David Nasogaluak Jr. Saaryuaq, reflecting the Indigenous heritage of the local Inuvialuit people. It plays a critical role in supplying the community with essential goods, mail, and passenger transport, as no road connections exist to Sachs Harbour. Operations are affected by harsh Arctic weather conditions, including extreme cold, blowing snow, and limited daylight in winter months. The airstrip supports small regional aircraft and is a lifeline for the approximately 100 residents of the community.