Canadian Airports Safety Week at YMM

Fort McMurray International Airport (YMM) proudly participated in Canadian Airports Safety Week, emphasizing our commitment to safety awareness and training. Team YMM engaged in a range of in-person and online activities, including contributions to the Canadian Airports Council’s Safety Success Stories Series, where we shared insights on our response to the 2023 Fort Chipewyan Wildfire.

These initiatives underscore our dedication to creating a safe environment for all passengers and staff. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated and contributed to a successful week! Together, we ensure that YMM remains a secure hub for travel and transport.

Fall 2024 Trade Show & Artisan Market

Thank you to the Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo community for visiting us at the Fall 2024 Trade Show & Artisan Market. Attendees had the opportunity to enter our Guess How Many Planes contest and engage with Team YMM members, who shared exciting details about upcoming events. We appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you at your next flight at YMM!

Did you miss you chance at entering the contest to win two Air Canada Economy Class non-stop, return tickets to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)? Not to worry. The display is back on-location on Level 1 at YMM, and contest runs until February 2025.

YMM Pumpkins & Planes Family Fun Event

Join us for an afternoon of Halloween fun with games, activities, contests, prizes, and treats at the Fort McMurray International Airport! Please Note: A sensory-friendly time slot is available from 12 – 12:45 p.m. Contact Danielle Lidstone with the Autism Society at community@autismrmwb.org to book.

Purchase your Pumpkins & Planes Passport to access all the fun and games. Passports are $10/each + service fee. *Note: Parents/guardians do not need tickets. Be sure to come during the time slot identified on the ticket. All the funds raised will support the United Way. Parking validation will be provided.

Wahkohtowin Sports Circle Foundation Donation

Fort McMurray Airport Authority (FMAA) Executive Leadership Team and Board of Directors recently gathered for their annual “Blue Sky Day,” a day traditionally dedicated to discussing strategic priorities for the Fort McMurray International Airport (YMM) and fostering team cohesion through various activities.

This year’s Blue Sky Day featured an exciting new element – supporting a non-profit. The team was guided by a facilitator from Eventology through a bicycle-building exercise, with the completed bikes being donated to the Wahkohtowin Sports Circle Foundation.

Line Painting on the YMM Runway

A big thank you to the FMAA Maintenance team for their recent work line painting! Their efforts ensure our runways and taxiways are clearly marked. The laser-guided painting system makes a huge difference in visibility. Keep up the great work.

FMAA Heads to ICSC Toronto

FMAA is heading back to the annual ICSC (International Council of Shopping Centers) Conference to showcase Aurora Landing to a global audience, being one of the most influential international networking events to connect marketplaces with industry professionals.



Aurora Landing is a 650-acre commercial space masterplan located at the Fort McMurray International Airport (YMM) and envisioned to be a comprehensive commercial and intermodal hub developed over a 15-year period.

YMM In the News

Click on the following links to learn what the web is sharing about YMM:

• Local colour delivered in Digital Detail – Fort McMurray International Airport (YMM) in Airport Improvement Magazine

Welcome to YMM, Enzo!

We’re thrilled to welcome Enzo Yubotu, who just arrived in Canada last month and is starting his journey at Earls Kitchen + Bar at YMM. His first day was September 9.

Originally from Naga City, Philippines, Enzo is excited to embark on this new chapter, especially as he joins his mom, Maria Yuboco, who has been a valued member of the Earls team in the community for nearly a decade. Maria couldn’t be more excited to have her son join her at work, creating a family connection in their new Canadian adventure.

Let’s give Enzo a warm welcome to Team YMM! We’re looking forward to seeing all the great things he’ll accomplish here.

YMM Connections

Catch a YMM Connection to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) in Arizona via WestJet and be there in as little as 6 hours through Calgary (YYC). Take your family to the Arizona State Fair – on until October 27. For more than 140 years, the Arizona State Fair has been a favourite family event filled with cute animals, blue ribbons, fried food, and all the fun carnival rides you can imagine. Full details available online at www.azstatefair.com.

Business Innovation Showcase

Save the Date – FMAA will be at Community Futures Business Innovation Showcase at the Quality Inn & Conference Centre on October 23 from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

5KM Run the Runway

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Northern Lights Triathlon Club’s Runway Run 5K at YMM on September 7! It was fantastic to see you enjoying this unique airport runway experience.



A special thanks to Team YMM for their amazing support and to all the fans who cheered on the runners. And a big shoutout to Nick Vardy of Moccasin Media for capturing the day’s highlights! Your involvement made this event truly memorable.

On the YMM Runway: de Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter

In September, the de Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter was spotted on the YMM runway, showcasing its enduring design and capabilities. This versatile STOL aircraft, developed in the mid-1960s, continues to serve various utility needs in diverse environments.

End of the Runway – Airport Humour