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All Canadian aerodromes are subject to the
Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs)
What is an aerodrome?
Any area of land, water (including the frozen
surface thereof) or other supporting surface used, designed, prepared,
equipped, or set
apart for use either in whole or in part for the arrival, departure, movement or servicing
of aircraft. This includes
land aerodromes, heliports and water aerodromes.
CARs, part III, subpart 2.
What is an airport?
An airport is a certified aerodrome. CAR 101.01
What is aerodrome certification?
- A procedure that certifies that an airport complies with the Canadian Aviation
Regulations. (Part III, Sub-part 2)
- The Canadian Aviation Regulations require
certification of aerodromes that meet certain conditions.
An airport certificate authorizes operation of an airport. This certificate is issued by
Transport Canada following approval of the Airport Operations Manual.
The objective is to ensure that Canadian airports maintain high safety standards.
What is aerodrome registration?
This is an optional procedure that offers the following benefits:
- Publication in the Canadian Flight Supplement.
- Publication on air navigation charts.
Objective is to ensure a minimal level of passenger safety, in compliance with the
requirements of the regulations. Dissemination and recognition of published information on
airport characteristics.
For further information
Contact the Aerodrome Safety Division
Telephone :
514-633-3252,
Fax : 514-633-3052
E-mail : Aerodromes@tc.gc.ca
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