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SAFETY & SECURITY IS VERY IMPORTANT TO US HERE AT YPK.
Safety is a core corporate value of Pitt Meadows Airport Society and therefore is the number one priority of the Board of Directors, management, and staff.
For reporting onsite issues please download the Occurrence Report by scrolling down below or submit it online by clicking the link below.
ADMINISTRATION Tel: 604.465.8977 ext. 001 Airport Safety Line: Tel: 604.465.8977 ext. 009
Fire Inspections
Pitt Meadows Airport Society and Pitt Meadows Fire and Rescue Service have agreed to a self-inspection process for all general aviation hangar owners.
Self-inspections are required to be submitted annually by May 31st. Complete online or download a hard copy using the links below.
AVOP: AIRSIDE VEHICLE OPERATORS PERMIT
Airside Access – AVOP & AVOP-D Requirements
All individuals driving airside at Pitt Meadows Airport must hold a valid AVOP or AVOP-D card. Please review the following information and submission requirements carefully.
AVOP-D approval is at the sole discretion of Pitt Meadows Airport and is not guaranteed. AVOP-D applicants must complete the AVOP exam and, if approved, a radio communication driving test. Renewals require both tests.
Application Requirements
For AVOP, AVOP-D and Terminal Only cards:
Complete the ID Application and AVOP Exam.
Select New Applicant or Renewal as applicable.
Submit a current photo with your application or email it to reception@flyypk.ca.
Exams are randomly generated based on current regulations.
After successfully completing the exam, YPK Administration will contact you regarding payment and card pickup.
Cards cannot be mailed for security reasons.
AVOP and AVOP-D: New applicants must complete the ID Application and AVOP Exam.
Photo ID: No exam is required; approval is required.
New Applicants
All new AVOP Gate Card requests must include confirmation from a valid YPK AVOP leaseholder, aircraft owner or employer confirming:
Your need for the card; and
The gate(s) you require access to.
Confirmation must be sent directly to reception@flyypk.ca.
New Application Process
Scroll to bottom of the page and click ‘ID Application’ - select New Applicant under permit type.
Complete all required information and upload a clear, current photo.
After submitting the application, you will receive a link to the AVOP Exam.
Review the AVOP Exam Information before starting.
Enter your last name and AVOP ID number to begin.
If you pass, YPK Administration will contact you when your card is ready.
If you do not pass, you may retake the exam using the same AVOP ID number. A new application is not required.
If you cannot complete the exam immediately, email reception@flyypk.ca for your AVOP ID number. Do not submit another application.
Renewals
For AVOP, AVOP-D and Terminal Only renewals:
Select Renewal on the ID Application.
Do not submit a new application.
Complete the required information and submit a current photo.
Retake the AVOP Exam.
AVOP-D renewals must also retake the radio communication driving test.
Existing access privileges will carry over. Additional apron access requires confirmation from a current YPK-affiliated leaseholder, employer or flight school.
Confirmation for additional access must be sent to reception@flyypk.ca.
Gate & Private Hangar Access
For Golden Ears Airpark (Apron 4), sub-leases and sub-tenants must obtain approval from the owner and primary leaseholder before access can be issued. Requests must include the building/unit number(s) and aircraft identification(s) and be sent directly to reception@flyypk.ca. For Airpark (Apron 5) an email must be sent to pittmeadowsairpark@gmail.com explaining the reason you need access to the airpark. Once approved they will inform us .
Photo Submission Guidelines
Please upload a photo that meets the following requirements:
No sunglasses
No hats or head coverings (unless worn for religious or medical reasons)
No photos of passport or driver’s license
Close-up photo from shoulders up — full-body or distant images will appear blurry when cropped
A plain white background is preferred for best image quality
Former Employee Gate Cards
AVOP cards are issued to specific individuals and must be cancelled when an employee leaves or goes on leave. The employer must immediately notify YPK Administration and return the employee's gate card to Pitt Meadows Airport Society. Gate cards may not be retained or reused for other employees.
Lost or Damaged Cards
Option 1 – Request a Replacement
Replacement with the current expiry date: $60 + GST ($63)
Option 2 – Renew the Card
AVOP: $50 + GST ($52.50)
AVOP-D: $100 + GST ($105)
Terminal Only: $20 + GST ($21)
Photo ID: $10 + GST ($10.50)
For questions, replacement cards, AVOP ID numbers or other assistance:
YPK Administration
604-465-8977 Ext. 001
reception@flyypk.ca
Payment Options
Payments can be made:
In-office
Via our website
By e-transfer to payments@flyypk.ca
To pay by credit card for any gate card, please click on the link below:
ID Application
*New & Renewals
AVOP Exam Information
(Please read first)
AVOP Exam (to complete & submit)
*New & Renewals