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Hastings Field
Only one way in and the opposite way out. Long grass strip running uphill - lots of distance although I don't know the length. The owner keeps it cut (friendly too). There is a for sale sign so it could be your next life.
all staff in Vancouver
Ma'm pls help my friend. after arrival lost another language in Vancouver.very. important things.
Pitt Meadows Airport
Love the Airport. Friendly people.
Airport Identifier incorrect.
YSN is the identifier for St. Catherines airport in Ontario (near Niagara Falls).
BC Airlines float base on Powell Lake 1957-58
Maurie Mercer was BC Airlines base pilot on Powell Lake in 1958 when I was working for Bill Gaston at the little Shell station there. Mauie gave me my first airplane ride. It was a Cessna 170.. I would love to know the call letters of that airplane and locate a picture of it too if anyone has one. I can be reached at jpveale@shaw.ca Thanks
CLOSED FOR 20 YEARS NOW
CLOSED FOR 20 YEARS NOW
BAE typhoon fighter jet
It is possible that a Typhoon fighter jet will land on the runway at Kaslo, B.C., Canada.
I am not joking.
CYKA
Not much to say.
Camp
Base for my Super Cub Ultra in FSX. Camping, flights to glaciers and flying the rivers. Apparantly it is not open, so it's pretty quiet there...
Qulichena airport
Good condition gravel strip (Sept 2012), helpful friendly people, and one of the few places where you can get mogas, both regular and premium. Flying a plane with a Rotax 912 engine this is really appreciated. Most high wing airplanes will be able to roll right up to the pumps (its a regular car gas station). The top of the gate posts needed to be about 6 inches lower for us so we used a fuel jug and pump we had on board to transfer fuel. Its only about 250 feet from the pump to the end of the runway so it wasn't too onerous but it would have been fun to pull right up to the pump.
Just be sure to note the power lines along the road.
re: Incorrect link
Where are you seeing the broken link?
Sea plane base!
I didn't know if I'd find this one in here but I did! My one and only sea plane ride. I swear the pilot had been sipping some whiskey when he came to pick us up, but he did take us for spectacular plane ride along the coast.
Incorrect link
Clicking on 'Coal Harbour Seaplane Base' takes users to the 'Port Hardy Seaplane Base CAQ3' page by mistake.
re: Looking for a ride!!!!! Seattle Nationals August 3rd, 20
You should know that under US and probably Canadian law, a pilot who agreed to fly you is taking a big risk unless they could prove that they would have made the flight without you. Offering to fly somebody somewhere for "some $$$ .. or whathaveyou" would be seen as "holding out" as a commercial operator.
re: nice airport
Reply to @flying.Dutchman: do you or do you know anyone (or a website I might go to) who might be interested in flying my hubbie and I down (and back)to Seattle (NHRA NATIONALS) this Friday? We are attempting this last minute and heard sometimes pilots want fuel money and do this.....any chances you might be able to assist us? We are in Duncan area and would go almost anywhere on Vancouver Island to make this happen. We are thinking of leaving either Thursday early evening and returning Friday evening or leaving Friday early morning and returning Friday evening or Saturday morning...we have a committment Saturday afternoon. Thanks in advance for your considerations.
contact info: email: carriebell@shaw.ca or phone 250-715-7615
Looking for a ride!!!!! Seattle Nationals August 3rd, 2012
Last Minute Idea; Live five mins from Glenora ..... Looking for a flight/ride to Seattle to see the Nationals this weekend! Anyone interested or do you know anyone that might be interested in flying us there and back? We(my hubbie and I) are looking for a ride and are willing to put some $$ towards the flight or "whathaveyou". Leave Thursday late afternoon, return Friday evening or Friday morning and return either Friday evening or Saturday morning. Pls email carriebell@shaw.ca
Fuel: 100LL and Jet A available at the large hangar. !00L
AWOS at 250-567-4494 or 122.55
ARCAL lighting on 07/25 Click mic. 7 times on 122.8
No Cabs
No cabs @ 100 Mile House anymore (as of June 2012).
The Ramada is a good stay. Safeway for groceries across the street from the airport.
Dittos on the runway slope. Unless wind prohibits, land 08 and takeoff 26.
Qulichena airport
small gravel strip
re: Houston B.C. Airport
Reply to @140Pilot:
Runway 07 25
This runway is now paved.
re: Do something about the Glenora/Vietnam experience!
I've never been to Duncan Airport, so I'm not sure about the situation, but at most airports there's something called a "circuit" that aircraft follow. Generally speaking, it's a rectangle about 3 km long and 1 km wide, with the runway in the middle of one of the long sides (and it can flip locations depending on the wind direction). At an airport without a control tower (that's most airports), everybody flies the same circuit for the sake of safety. They'll be at about 1,000 ft above ground level on the long side that doesn't have the runway (what we call the "downwind" side). It's important that everyone use the same circuit to avoid the risk of midair collisions, and to provide an orderly way for multiple aircraft to approach the airport and land (it's sort-of the flying equivalent of a four-way stop, where there's no light, but all the drivers know and follow the same rules).
So if you live under the circuit, unfortunately, there will be many aircraft flying repeatedly at 1,000 ft above your house on days when the wind favours the corresponding runway. That information is public (there are even often different zoning regulations near an airport), but most realtors either suppress it or outright lie about it to make house sales, then any home owners who don't like airport operations are left feeling angry and duped once the realtor has run off with the sales commission.
Do something about the Glenora/Vietnam experience!
Endless circling of large low flying helicopters is not fair to the neighbors. I understand that they need hours mechanically etc, but have them fly in larger darn circles!
re: Great beach within 5 minutes walk
Reply to @philippe:west apron is now closed..Nanaimo radio directs all traffic to apron at new terminal (adjacent to fuel pumps)
General Info for CAV4 - McBride, BC
A delightful strip in beautiful surroundings situated in the Robson Valley at McBride. (2350' amsl)
Facilities:
2700'x75' Asphalt Rwy 12/30, Pilots Lounge, Self Serve Avgas 100LL available, Pilot Operated Runway Lighting (f 123.2), 2x Windsocks (1 lighted) situated midfield, Washroom (Toilet) nearby. Accomodations and Restaurants in town 2kms. Campground nearby May - Oct (Call 250 569 2513 for pickup)
Caution: Wildlife (deer etc) sometimes on the field
Caution: Hydro (electric) cable across extended centreline 2000' NW of Rwy12 threshold
Info dated Nov 2011, compiled by Dave Williams (resident pilot/owner Ercoupe 415E)
Airline service
The Trail airport is served twice daily by Pacific Coastal Airlines.
Flying
John Howroyd,
Awesome new colors on CFHUM... Black Red & Green stripes. Wishing you many more years of great high-flying fun. You've always been my most interesting and adventurous teacher. We could go flying again sometime!
Graeme Kilshaw
Great airport for private aircraft
With the town of Tofino just 15 minutes away, a new terminal just completed and upgrades to the airport in the works this is a great destination to fly into to experience the wild west coast of Vancouver Island. Accomodations range from the renowned Wickaninnish Inn and its ocean view restaurant, "The Pointe" to excellent hostels, budget motels and Vacation Rentals there is something for everyone. Budget Rental car is available at the airport too so transportation is immediately available year round.
Airframer course in Courtenay
Is there an airframer course near Courtenay ?
Mark A. Steele
250-384-3396 / 243
venturehullscanadaincorporated@yahoo.ca
Great small airport
Very active airport, great price on fuel!
History of RCAF Station Dog Creek, B.C.
The aviation history of the Dog Creek, B.C. airport both before and after WW-2 is covered in a full chapter in my book "North by Northwest" which is available from the author and publisher. The book lists the history of each airport in the Okanagan, Cariboo and from Prince George west to Prince Rupert. Visit the web site creeksidepublications.ca for full information.
Squamish Airpor Day - August 27, 2011
The Squamish Flying Club (CYSE) is hosting a Fly-In and Community Day at the Airport Saturday August 27th, 2011. Fun for the whole family! Fly-in before 10:30 am and have your aircraft on Static Display! For more information call 604-898-9016!
Chilko Lake Airport
Unless there is a strong wind from the lake, use a north bound approach and land uphill. With a strong wind from lake, approach from down river, stay close to the mountain, sharp dogleg to the left, full flaps when aligned with the downhill runway. Beautifull area, fantastic fishing, watch out for the grizzlies.
Chilko Lake Airport
Unless there is a strong wind from the lake, use a north bound approach and land uphill. With a strong wind from lake, approach from down river, stay close to the mountain, sharp dogleg to the left, full flaps when aligned with the downhill runway. Beautifull area, fantastic fishing, watch out for the grizzlies.
Skydive
Is there a sesna or twin otter to possibly get a ride up and skydive out of?
BCATP
What a terrible shame that there is no memorial to the thousands of service personnel who trained under the BCATP in the early years of WW11 at this airport.
Airshow web site
Princeton B.C. CYDC
This is a great airport to stop over for fuel. The price is very reasonable. Check out their website if you are flying to the west coast, you will be pleasently suprised. princetonairport.ca
Sheridan Lake
Anybody know anything about this private unregistered strip? If functional, it would be a nice way to get to nearby recreational properties.
Stuart Island
Private airport with 2100' paved runway. I've seen this from the air and it is not registered or in the CFS.
Gun Lake airport
Have never landed there, but been there many times. Very sandy, bit soft maybe, 2000 feet long? Hopefully land there one day.
Flights to Powell River ?
Sechelt - Gibsons Airport .... where are they flying too ?
Info to Heidi at @shaw.ca
frequency
123.2 MHZ is used on this airport.
PPR
Privat runway ryw is closed
re: Super gracious hosts at Cortes BC
I am not anonymous... that was me... Erissa from Cobalt Aviation , Pitt Meadows that flew my 182 in with Barry in his 172
re: Super gracious hosts at Cortes BC
I flew my 182 in with Barry in his 172 ... from CYPK. Without notice, Jim came out to greet me...NICER than your long lost uncle! WOW... what a place. Warm, clean, lots of space and the view to the kill of Desolation sound. THE HOSPITALITY is first class bar none!!!! Great folks laid out Dianne's fresh baking and cheese and cold cuts and tea.... and begged us to stay. AND I even left with a bottle of Jam from Diane's personal creation made from Salal berries she harvested there. Incredible place. It is now for sale!
Sproat Lake
Home of Coulson Flying Tankers, the largest water bombers on the planet
re: about the aiport at Squamish
thanks tips.....
re: Does Kaslo Airport have a call sign, like Victoria's YY
Reply to @ptomblin: Sorry, CBR2 isn't an ICAO code, it's just a Canadian code.
Mica Creek Airport
🔗 Fri, 22 Mar 2013
— Anonymous Flyer at Mica Creek Airport, Canada
Mica Creek Airport is located approximately 20 km south of the Mica Creek Townsite. There are small willows and trees starting to grow on the fringe of the stripe. The approximate length of the stripe is 3000'.