The Ottawa Flying Club, which has operated from the current Ottawa International Airport for nearly a century, will soon lose its home base. The club’s planes have long taken to the skies from the airport, but its operations there are set to end.
The club’s departure from the airport marks the end of a long tradition. Founded in the early 20th century, the club has been a key part of Ottawa’s aviation history. Its planes have regularly taken off from the site, which is now a major international airport. The decision to close the club’s base comes as the airport prepares for its centenary.
The closure is part of a broader shift in how the airport is used. As the facility expands to meet modern demands, older uses are being phased out. The Ottawa Flying Club’s operations will be relocated to a different site, though details on the new location have not been released. The move will affect the club’s members and the local aviation community.
The airport’s centenary is expected to be a significant event, highlighting its role in regional and national aviation. The closure of the Flying Club’s base is a symbolic moment in that history. The transition reflects changing priorities in the use of the facility, balancing historical significance with modern needs.
