Airport Information

"The City of Camrose is committed to maintaining an excellent airport facility because we believe that aviation is a very important aspect of our community business environment."

Camrose has been meeting the needs of the aviation community since the formation of the Camrose Flying Society and its first grass turf runway over 40 years ago.

Since its foundation the Airport has undergone many changes to reach its current status as a 4,500ft paved lighted runway with 24 hour services. Over the years one thing has remained the same; the commitment to meeting the expanding needs of the community.

The Camrose Airport strives to maintain a high level of service while keeping its lot lease rate and gas prices low. This balance and commitment to excellence that has made Camrose home for many recreational and corporate aircraft.

A 4,500 by 100ft (1,372 by 30m)paved, lighted runway Year round operation A large terminal building with 24 hour phone and washroom access NDB and DME Published GPS approach Aerobatic box 24 hour fuel access - Mastercard/Visa Hangar lease space Free tie-down space An active Flying Club An aircraft maintenance facility

The Camrose Airport is an excellent facility with a recently extended, paved runway that is 1,372m (4,500ft) long and 30m (100ft) wide. The runway is lit from dusk until dawn.

The terminal building, constructed in 1979 is 1,900ft2 and home of the Camrose Flight Centre. The terminal provides 24 hour washroom, pilots lounge and telephone service.

The airport is maintained by the City of Camrose Public Works, which does all of the maintenance and repairs to the facility, clears the snow in winter and runs the 24 hour AVGAS facility.

The Airport offers free tie down space and parking. There are also a wide variety of hangar lots available for lease in all sizes and a mixture of services including: water, electricity, and gas.

The City of Camrose is proud of the Camrose Airport facility and works hard to achieve an excellent maintenance standard. We believe Camrose airport is the best Airport of its class in Canada.

The Camrose Flying Club, with around 40 members, sponsors an annual Fly-in Breakfast that is host to over 125 planes and 1,500 spectators each May. Contact: , P.O. Box 1584, (780) 672-5547

The Camrose Airport Commission is a group of dedicated individuals that work together to improve the Camrose Airport in a variety of ways. It is composed of two city councillors and three community volunteers. Working closely with the Airport Manger, the Commission meets on a monthly basis to ensure smooth operation of the airport. Contact: Email

The Camrose Flight Center offers flying lessons for all experience and age levels. Whether you know someone who wants to learn or you just want to brush up on your own skills they have a course for you. You can contact them weekdays during regular business hours for more information.

Aerotechnical Services, located on the Airport, can look after all your aircraft maintenance, repair and rebuilding needs. Designed to deal with all types of light aircraft the maintenance shop is open weekdays from 9am-6pm. You can contact them at (780) 672-5163.

The Camrose Flying Society was officially founded by the Chamber of Commerce in 1957. The Society leased a parcel of land 6km northwest of Camrose and developed the first turf airstrip in Camrose. Due to the high demand for the airport and zoning problems the airport was relocated in 1962 to its current location to the northeast of Camrose.

In 1970, the City of Camrose took over operation of the airport and the runway was reconstructed so that it was 800m (2625 feet)long. At the same time an apron and taxiway were added.

As part of a provincial incentive to improve aviation facilities throughout the province the runway was reoriented and paved by Alberta Transportation in 1976. A new terminal building was constructed in 1979, and runway lights and a fuel system were added.

In 1982 provincial funding provided the airport with a NDB and in 1985 a DME was added through federal sponsorship.

In 1994 a federal grant was obtained to extend the runway to 1372m (4500ft) and add a parallel taxiway.

Over the years Camrose has been a popular instrument approaches training location for the military and various civilian training organizations. In 1988 Camrose hosted the Canadian Aerobatic team as it trained for the weeks leading up to the 14th World Aerobatic Championships in Red Deer. In spite of recent provincial funding cut backs the City of Camrose is committed to maintaining a first class airport facility.

The Camrose Airport was designed to accommodate future expansion. There are a wide variety of hangar lots available for lease offering many different services including electricity, natural gas, water and sewer. The hangar lot lease rate is one of the lowest in Central Alberta, at 10.2¢/ft2, making it very affordable.

You are invited to base your aircraft at the Camrose Airport and enjoy both the benefits of the airport and the City of Camrose. If you would like more information about our community contact:

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