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Toronto/Buttonville Municipal Airport

CA
Airport·Functional, Suburban, Aviation Focused
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Toronto/Buttonville Municipal Airport, located in the suburban area of Markham, Ontario, served as a medium-sized airport primarily for general aviation. Known for its strict noise-reduction procedures due to its proximity to residential areas, the airport was operational 24 hours a day until its closure in November 2023. It featured a weather station and was classified as an airport of entry, with Canada Border Services Agency officers available on a call-out basis. Despite its closure, the airport was once among Canada's busiest for aircraft movements.

Toronto/Buttonville Municipal Airport, located in the suburban area of Markham, Ontario, served as a medium-sized airport primarily for general aviation. Known for its strict noise-reduction procedures due to its proximity to residential areas, the airport was operational 24 hours a day until its closure in November 2023. It featured a weather station and was classified as an airport of entry, with Canada Border Services Agency officers available on a call-out basis. Despite its closure, the airport was once among Canada's busiest for aircraft movements.

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Highlights

  • Medium-sized airport in Markham, Ontario.

  • Strict noise-reduction procedures.

  • 24-hour staffed operations.

  • Weather station on site.

  • Handled general aviation with CBSA services.

Before you go: Toronto/Buttonville Municipal Airport essentials

  • Located in Markham, Ontario, 29 km north of Downtown Toronto.

  • Previously one of Canada's busiest airports by aircraft movements.

  • Closure in 2023 impacted local general aviation services.

General Aviation

Buttonville was a hub for general aviation, making it ideal for private pilots.

Noise Reduction

The airport had strict noise-reduction procedures due to its suburban location.

Best For

General aviation and private flights.

Currency

CAD $

Average Cost

$100-$200 p/day

Languages Spoken

English, French

24-hour Operations

The airport was staffed and operational 24 hours a day before its closure.

Weather Station

A weather station was operational on-site, providing valuable data.

Closure Notice

The airport officially closed on November 24, 2023, at 11:00 EST.

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Location

Canada
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