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re: Self serve 100LL
100 LL $1.65 Oct/13
re: Back up in 2012
Yes it's open again. Aug 2013. The grass is mowed and the runway markers are layed out. I flew from there 2 weeks ago.
Great gateway for Jasper & Prince George
Have stopped here several times. Usually deserted, but once met the friendly guy who does charter flights over Jasper and Mt. Robson. Nice place for a stretch and rest coming or going between Rockies and prairies.
Crop dusters
Any regulations for crop dusters? One is flying so low over our house and trees. We have a licensed wildlife rehab and bird sanctuary, and our birds are actually getting hurt trying to avoid his regular low flyovers. Number C-GFTS.
re: Close to Edmonton and price of fuel
Cooking Lake Airport is now being operated by the hanger owners at Cooking Lake. The owners took over the airport from Edmonton Airports on October 1, 2012. The airport does not receive any grants from local (Strathcona) or provincial governments - unlike many of the other airports across the country. The airport is home to 73 hangers and around 200 aircraft. There is a new website for the airport - cookinglakeairport.com
Rough field
Been there a couple of weeks ago, mid-May '13, passed low and over. Fairly easy to find, though not many landmark features around. Looks like a private airstrip, currently not quite taken care of. It is listed in CFS, though without a chart - unusual! There was an empty hangar at the end of the airstrip, and southbound approach was almost over the rooftops of the farmers' house. I refrained from landing there due to a visibly rough and deteriorated surface - and that's a pity, as location is pretty neat. Hope this strip will recover at some point, heard rumors about that, but please check with the owner before arriving!
re: Flight School
The company putting it on is Border City Aviation. (780)875-5834. Guys name is Steve. He will have all the information you will need.
re: Flight School
Reply to @Rico: Hello
Who can I contact about the flight school in killam. I need hours and since I live in Heisler, Killam would be great
re: No Brakes
Good to hear about Ram Falls! Wondering if you, or anyone, has ever flown into the Shunda Airstrip (east of Nordegg) or the Brazeau Airstrip. straight north of there? I see they are abandoned but are they landable? Thx
No Brakes
Strip appeared to be clear of snow and grass covered on March 31st 2013. The surface was water on frozen turf. It was a long roll out in My Scout with Alaska Bush wheels. Shouldn't have been a surprise but it was. No problems out and agreat day. I was into the Ram Falls strip prior and it was dry.
COPA for Kids
Annual COPA for Kids Event will be held May 25th. Rain out date June 1st. Free plane ride for Kids aged 8-17. 8am till Noon!
Lee waves!
Been there yesterday, and man, wasn't that an example of mechanical turbulence... Brutal! My poor 172 was tossed around like a paper plane, yoke hitting the stops and ASI jumping from 60 to 100 in a blink of an eye. Twice got sucked down in a wind shear while on short final, adding full power to arrest the descent... Overall - three awesomely challenging circuits, totally worth visiting the place. And no one around that wonderful day (wondering why?)
Initially I thought that horrible turbulence was a result of the crosswind blasting over the airport buildings, but no - it was as "bumpy" all around, low and high, thanks to a bunch of irregularly-shaped hills just west of the airport, with a lee wave stuck aside of a mountain ridge nearby.
Besides that, a very nice aerodrome - easy to find, with clean approaches and lots of space around in case your engine decides to quit. Runway is in the good shape, and airport name is written on a main taxiway - very welcoming and friendly.
re: Parking
Mike were you able to come up with anything? I too am looking for hanger space.
Gary
Nice place to discover
Vulcan is a bit of challenge to discover, sitting "in the middle of nowhere", close to a little town next to a railroad. When approaching from the West, main runway looks as long as the town itself!
There is no doubt when you find Vulcan, as its name is written in huge white letters on the ramp. I haven't stop there yet, just touch and go's - but the place looks clean, nice, and well maintained. Reasonably wide, long, asphalt runway in a very good condition, easy approaches.
NDB sitting next to the runway is... well... not really useful. I mean, when you finally get a steady signal, it means that you are just a couple of miles from the field. Should be interesting to shoot some training approaches, though.
Sleepy Airport
I have been to High River twice, always in winter, and found it hibernated. Looks like there is a community somewhere, but I wasn't able to catch up with them.
Runway is huge, long, clean and well maintained. Note the long displaced thresholds, though. And caution with crosswinds, these can be quite intense as the prairie around is flat for miles and miles around!
Easy to find, with clean approaches and light traffic - though somehow there was always someone on the frequency (or in the circuit) when I was flying there.
Self serve 100LL
Fuel price in Feb 2013 is 1.69 gst included
Fuel Prices - Jan 21 2013
Jet A1 - $1.46
100LL AvGas - $1.61
Flight School
There will be a informational meeting about the upcoming Flight School to be held Feb 12, 2013 at the terminal building at Killam/Sedgewick Airport. Stop by at 7:00pm. The host will be Border City Aviation out of Lloydminster. Phone Steve if you need more info.
Flight School
Setting up Flight School for an early 2013 start at Sedgewick/Killam Airport. The more people the better!
Parking
Hello,
Just wondering if there is ramp space available for long term parking? If so, what would be the going rate?
Thank You!
Mike
Parking
Hello,
Just wondering if there is hangar space or ramp space available for long term parking? If so, what would be the going rate?
Thank You!
Mike
One Man Airport
Private airport, registered and opened for the flying community. Runway is built and maintained so that owner's C182 can use it comfortably. A bit tricky to find the first time, as the lakes around tend to change their size, but absolutely worth visiting. Wayne Wilderman is an awesome person, keeping his airport in a great shape - friendly and open to the visitors. It was great to land there, will be happy to make it there again!
Self Serve Fuel
100LL Fuel available on the honour system. Competitive Price.
Airport Upgrades
Now has 24/7 Fuel Card Lock with JET A1 and 100LL
Resurfaced Runway and Ramp
New LED Runway/Ramp Lighting
New PAPI Lighting
GPS Approach (being certified)
re: Close to Edmonton and price of fuel
I hope that good things do come of the change and maybe some upgrades, I have heard that they have increased prices on aircraft parking (almost double) and that a couple of aircraft may have left already. I am not currently in province so am not using this airport, but would love to see it thrive especially in light of YXD fore coming closure (my anger on this is a different matter) and the things I have read about ZVL. It would be nice now that the lake is receding if some land could be reclaimed and the runway and the taxiway extended. I know Cooking Lake Aviation has/had a legal GPS approach, but believe it is restricted, if the condo board could get that for general access.... Some Jet A1 would be good as I have seen a couple of turbines operate out of there.
Close to Edmonton and price of fuel
Cooking Lake Airport has now been transfered to the Condo association. We are expecting good things to come of this to breath new life into this airport. With the city center airport closing it is very well situated for anyone flying to/from Edmonton, Sherwood Park or Leduc. No Jet A. AvGas is $1.60 while City Center is $2.01/l.
re: New Fuel Service Available- Central Aviation Inc.
Update Oct 9, 2012
Central Aviation Self Serve Fuel Prices
Avgas $1.75+GST
Jet A-1 $1.34+GST
springbank ATC
I have flown in and out of Springbank a few times in the last couple years and found the ATC to be consistantly surly so it seems to be more a culture of attitude toward GA. I fly C space around alberta quit a bit and have flown literally across Canada bumping controlled space frequently, I've never experienced anything near as bad as Springbank ATC. After the first couple bouts with Springbank ATC I asked an instructor at the local school, a recently retired Airline pilot who flys recreationally as well AND NavCanada rep at a rust remover for an interpretation of the Northern approach instructions to Springbank; all provided a different interpretation. I use Spring Bank to commute to meetings in Calgary so my choices are limited. I'll start carrying a bottle of Mydol in the plane and when they get snotty with me again I'll give it to the women (with deep voices) in the tower.
Landing and take off at Winter's field CRY4
Aug 2012, I landed here in a Beech 19a. Called ahead and spoke with Wayne who OK'd the use of his field. Runway 34. Bit bumpy but fine for a soft field approach and landing. Suggest anyone fly over the field first to get a good idea of what it's like. Exercise caution while taxing to park as there was an invisible hole just beside where I parked that was big enough to lose a foot in about 6" deep and would easily damage landing gear.
Thank Wayne for the use of the airfield
Linden, AB
If you are flying in to Linden for the first time this YouTube video shows the full sequence of approach, circuit joining, landing, taxiing and parking: Golden Haze: Dawn Landing at Linden.
A quick search will find it ....
Help us keep the Bashaw Airport OPEN!!!!!
If landing at the Bashaw Airport, please go inside to sign the registration Book. Our local goverment does not realize how many people use the airport because people do not remember to sign in. We really need your help to show them that this is a great little airport and deserves their support. Please help us keep the Airport open.
So if you landing or if you ae looking for a nice little day trip, stop by Bashaw, just please remember to come sign the book.
New Fuel Service Available- Central Aviation Inc.
Central Aviation now has both 100LL & Jet A available 24 hours on a card lock system. Accepts VISA & Mastercard. Located at the end on taxiway E.
(403) 242-9130.
Avgas $1.65 per litre including GST
Jet A $1.30 per litre including GST
Fuel prices will fluctuate with market conditions.
love it.
It is an Edmonton city landmark and one of the earliest airports of its time. wop may was a a war hero and a great founder to this airport. he opened up the gateway to the north and delivered life saving vaccines. truly sad to be losing this history from my city due to mayor mandel. Sara
re: Self serve 100LL
Fuel price in July 2012 is $1.74
Flying Club
Is there a flying club at this airport?
Good airport
Ostergard's is a well-maintained private strip, made available to the general flying public out of courtesy. Being part of that public, I can only appreciate that - as there are few non-restricted airfields around Calgary, and Ostergard's airport is located in such a beautiful corner! Right between the canyons and the wind farms, both panoramas are just awesome...
Runway is in a very good shape, approaches are clear, and the airport is reasonably easy to find - though I believe that one must expect significant crosswind many of the times. I liked how the northbound runway drops right after the edge, and I enjoyed taking off southbound - towards the wind farms.
Location itself is definitely not a place to goof around - one could clearly see that people live and work there. But I'm glad I visited Ostergard's and hope to be back at some point.
Nice airport!
I've been to Bishell's for a fly-in and loved everything about it. Interesting short final southbound - passing just by the tree line, touching down on a hill top and then rolling lower and lower... Easy to find, good approaches, no significant obstacles around, the runway is kept neat and clean, airport facilities are in order, people around are simply great - awesome! Loved to be there and would be happy to visit this place again.
Breakfast
Great service at the last breakfast! I'll come again for sure!!
Come and visit
Howard is fantastic to deal with, come and see what is believed to be the largest private collection of Rolls Royce's in North America.
re: Okotoks
Reply to @dazuppa: Yes - You're absolutely right I mean Okotoks Air Park. Butter mouse.;)
Confirmed no go
Been there again two days ago - it's listed as registered, but looks like a private cropdusters strip. Farm machinery in and around the hangar, instead of airplanes, and a red truck parked on the first third of eastbound runway. Didn't look welcoming, though it's a long strip - and surface was quite beaten. Looks like the owners just did not update their official airport status to "restricted".
re: Okotoks
Reply to @camroe: You probably meant the Okotoks Air Park, just a couple of miles southeast, right? Skywings is there... As for this grass strip, it's restricted, and in a very decent conditions - just overflew it two days ago, looked very nice and landable. Loved the runway numbers cut in the grass, cool touch! :-)
re: Weight Shift Microlights,.
Hi Paul.
There is a small group of us (trike pilots) a little north of there in Edmonton. If you want to fly with us contact me at
reelflyt@telusplanet.net
Gordon
Money
How much would it cost to take a flight to mexico and back?
Back up in 2012
It seems the airport is back up and running as of 2012. facebook.com/pages/Grimshaw-Airport/120648661314002
Weight Shift Microlights,.
Hi,
I want to get in contact with Microlights clubs, (trikes or ccml.(conventional contrlolled microlights.) In your area.Red Deer or Lacombe.
Can anybody help.
Paul, South Africa, JHB.
schallas.1@absamail.co.za
microlights.
I am vissiting your area during July and August.
Would very mutch like to get in contact with trike and or microlights clubs.
Plse can anybody be of assistance
Thanks
Paul, Johannesburg South Africa. schallas.1@absamail.co.za
COPA for Kids
COPA for kids will be held at the Killam/Sedgewick Airport on June 2nd/2012 8-10a.m. Free flight for kids age 8-17 years old.
re: Where is Alhambra
It's near rocky mountain house
Cooking lake Airport is developing lots for up to 20 new han
🔗 Sun, 24 Nov 2013
— Anonymous Flyer at Edmonton / Cooking Lake Airport, Canada
In October 2013, the airport began construction of 3 new taxiways and access roads for 20 new hangar lots. The airport has been there since 1926 and just keeps getting better - its a casual, fun and friendly place to hang out with fellow flyers.