Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport (IATA: YXY, ICAO: CYXY) is the primary commercial airport serving Whitehorse, the capital of Canada's Yukon territory. Named in honor of Erik Nielsen, a prominent Yukon politician and former Deputy Prime Minister of Canada, the airport plays a vital role in connecting this remote northern region to southern Canada and beyond. The airport handles scheduled passenger services as well as cargo, charter, and general aviation operations. It serves as a critical transportation hub for the Yukon, supporting tourism, resource industries, and essential services for remote communities. The facility has undergone various upgrades over the years to accommodate growing passenger numbers and modern aircraft. Due to its northern location, the airport is equipped to operate in extreme cold-weather conditions. It also serves as a technical stop and alternate airport for trans-Pacific flights crossing the polar routes.