Sarnia Chris Hadfield Airport (YZR) is a small, regional airport located in Sarnia, Ontario, Canada. The airport is named after local astronaut, Chris Hadfield, who was born and raised in the Sarnia area. Hadfield is best known for being the first Canadian to walk in space, and he was the commander of the International Space Station during Expedition 35. The airport was renamed in his honour in 2012 to recognize his extraordinary achievements in space exploration.

The airport code YZR was determined by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). The airport code is derived from the first three letters of the airport's name, which is Sarnia Chris Hadfield Airport.

The airport is located near the intersection of Highway 402 and Highway 40 and is about 10 minutes from downtown Sarnia. The airport has one runway, which is 3,200 feet long, making it ideal for small aircraft.

The airport offers daily flights to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), as well as seasonal flights to other destinations. Airlines that serve the airport include Air Canada, Porter Airlines and Bearskin Airlines. The airport also offers air cargo service to many destinations in Canada.

The airport is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week and offers a variety of services and amenities, such as free Wi-Fi, a snack bar, ATMs, car rental services and a lounge. The airport also provides a 24-hour flight information service.

The airport handles an average of 25 flights a day, with approximately 8,000 passengers passing through its gates annually. The airport is served by scheduled, charter and air cargo flights.

The airport has a long history, dating back to the early 1900s when it was known as Sarnia Airport. In the 1940s, the airport was used as a training base for the Royal Canadian Air Force for the Second World War. After the war, the airport was renamed Sarnia Chris Hadfield Airport in 2012, in honour of the local astronaut’s accomplishments.

Today, the airport is a vital part of the local community and is used for both business and leisure travel. It is a great way for people to connect with the Sarnia area, and for businesses to transport goods and services. The airport is also a great place to take a break and enjoy the beauty of Sarnia.