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Wiarton Keppel International Airport (CYVV)
The Wiarton Keppel International Airport can assist in tourism promotion and existing infrastructure utilization (including highway congestion). Contact us to learn how.
About the Wiarton Keppel International Airport
Proudly owned and operated by the Township of Georgian Bluffs. The Airport welcomes commercial and recreational pilots, visitors and business professionals to our facility which is conveniently located just 2 hours north of Toronto on the Bruce Peninsula and Niagara Escarpment. The airport provides a wealth of value to the Grey and Bruce Counties as a regional facility with a 24 hour Human Weather Observer onsite. Located on 820 acres of land, just 2 km outside of Wiarton, Ontario, Canada. We are a Canada Customs Airport of Entry and a Transport Canada Certified facility with services available 365 days per year. The airport has two runways and a joining taxiway system, and a public apron. The primary runway boasts a variety of IFR approaches. The secondary runway has a compact gravel surface. The airport provides both AVGAS and Jet A with additive, aircraft parking areas and hosts a public terminal building with a pilot's lounge, accompanied with private shower, that is available 24 hours per day. The terminal building was dedicated to Eileen Vollick, the first licensed female pilot in Canada. To learn more about Eileen Vollick, the web site Canada's History wrote an article entitled "Unacquainted With Fear" that outlines Eileen's life and career in aviation.
Air Field Information:
Elevation: 728 ft/222 m AMSL
Runway 05-23 (primary runway) paved, 5,033 ft/1534 m in length by 150 ft/45 m in width
Runway 11-29 (secondary runway) 3,456/1053 m in length by 100 ft/30 m in width
Airport coordinates are N44° 44' 39" W81° 06' 31"
Communication Frequency - London Radio 123.375; Wiarton Advisory 122.2; Enroute Broadcasting is 126.7
Refer to Canada Flight Supplement for up-to-date information.
Fuel Availability:
Full Service & 24-hour Cardlock Available
AVGAS and Jet A-1 (with Prist) - Please contact the airport for current pricing.
Oils available for sale
Airport Features:
Eileen Vollick Terminal
On August 2, 2008, the Wiarton-Keppel International Airport officially renamed the main terminal building after Eileen. To recognize Eileen's accomplishments the airport unveiled a wall mural in her honor inside the renamed terminal building. In addition, members of COPA Flight 68, erected a heritage stone marker in a specially designated parkette.
| Terminal features include: | |||
| Pilots Lounge, Washroom, Shower and Telephone | Free Wi-Fi | ||
| Meeting Rooms | Office Spaces for Rent or Lease | ||
| Eileen Vollick Memorial Wall |
Home of COPA FLIGHT 68 & FOTA (Friends of the Airport) |
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| 24 Hour Manned Weather Station | After Hours Call Out Service (Call out fee applies) | ||
Property and Plane Services
Whether calling the Wiarton-Keppel International Airport home, preparing to leave on an adventure or just visiting the area, the airport has parking options for both vehicles and aircraft. Vehicles can be parked in the airport parking lot on either a weekly or monthly basis. Aircraft based out of the airport can either be parked inside private hangers located on leased land or enter into an agreement with the Township to remain outside with appropriate tie-downs. Overnight parking for visiting planes is available on the apron with tie-down locations available for those that require them.
All hangars located on the property are privately owned under 20 year land leases. The opportunity to construct a new private hangar can discussed with the Airport Manager.
Canada Boarder Services Agency (CBSA) - Customs Seasonal Airport of Entry/15 (AOE/15)
Recognized as a seasonal Airport of Entry for under 15 persons (including crew members) from May 1 - October 31 between the hours of 9:00 am and 5:00 pm. Aircraft wishing to use the airport as an Airport of Entry are required to contact CBSA's Telephone Reporting Center at least two hours, but no more than 48 hours by calling 1-888-226-7277.
Fired Up at Grilled in Action's Hungry Hangar - On-Site Restaurant
Reopened under new managment on July 3rd, 2019, our on-site restaurant, Fired Up at Grilled in Action's Hungry Hangar, is open 7 days a week from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM serving breakfast, lunch and dinner along with providing catering services or hosting special events.
Bayside Aero
We strive to offer a competitive service with high quality of work and professionalism being at the core of what we do. Safety is our main priority, while keeping you, your aircraft and passengers in the air!
From aircraft maintenance to maintenance planning and services let us take the burden off you. For more information visit Bayside Aero's website.
livingOMlife - Registered Massage Therapist
As a Registered Massage Therapist and certified Holistic Counsellor, Lisa Hurst provides a number of wellness practices from her location at the Wiarton Keppel International Airport. To book an appointment, visit her web site and start feeling better today!
Lynn Prentice B.Ed., M.A.,
Lynn is a Registered Social Worker, Certified Hypnotherapist, and Certified Yoga Teacher and provides counselling for adults, children and youth. Specializing in stress management, communication, anxiety, grief, death and dying, substance misuse, healthy lifestyle, mid-life reflection and personal growth, child and youth behaviour issues and social skill development. She can be reached at 519-520-2792.
Development Opportunities
The airport offers industrial, commercial and private development opportunities to suit a variety of needs on over 400 acres of developable lands within the airport boundary. Large parcels of land of over 100 acres are available for aviation-related warehousing, manufacturing, servicing or assembly, or aviation support services such as hotels, guest services and amenities.
The airport has water, sewer and natural gas services that can be extended to various land parcels within the airport boundary. With close proximity to Georgian College, Georgian Bay, Bruce Power and the Bruce Trail, make the airport a prime location for growth and development.
Air Service Final Report
The results for the Wiarton Keppel Air Service Report as analyzed by Georgian College and the Final Air Service Report is now available.
Contact Us
Open 24 hours for air traffic the airport's standard Hours of Operations are from 0830 - 1700 daily.
Assistance required outside of standard operating hours can be provided by calling the after hours call out phone 519-373-3954 (call out fee applies)
We can be reached by e-mail at: airport@georgianbluffs.on.ca or regular mail at: 501262 Box #1, Grey Road #1, Georgian Bluffs, Ontario N0H 2T0.
Phone: 519-534-0140
Fax: 519-534-1886