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To ensure everyone’s safety, we remind you of certain rules from the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CAR 301.08) applicable at Gilles-Beaudet Aerodrome. No Unauthorized Traffic

During the regular council meeting held on April 7, the council awarded a mandate for the completion of an economic development study focusing on the airport sector. This initiative aims to provide a detailed overview of the sector, taking into account its specific characteristics, its role within the community, as well as its strengths and…

Since the beginning of the year, our airport has officially recorded four runway incursions — a concrete reminder that ground safety remains an absolute priority for us. A recent article published in Le Journal de Montréal highlights that

A brand-new sign has been installed at the entrance of Gilles-Beaudet Airport. It highlights the partners who occupy the site and play an active role in developing the airport sector.

As part of its efforts to modernize its facilities and improve service for pilots, the airport is replacing its former Coencorp system with a new computerized fuel management system (FMS).

The Quebec Regional Airports Network (RQA) recently responded to the tabling of the 2026–2027 provincial budget by voicing its concerns over the absence of financial support for regional airports. While these infrastructures play an essential role in ensuring safety, access to services, and the economic development of the regions, their needs—estimated at nearly $1 billion—remain unmet.

Transport Canada’s Transportation Safety Board (TSB) recently released data showing an increase in runway safety incidents at Canadian airports. Although high-risk events remain rare, this trend raises important issues in prevention, ground operations management, and user awareness.