Shingle Point Water Aerodrome

The closure was due to economic and demographic shifts. The primary reasons include: 1) The cessation of major oil and gas exploration activities in the Beaufort Sea region in the late 1980s, which had been the main driver for aviation support services. 2) The closure of the Anglican Church mission at Shingle Point. With no permanent residents or industrial activity remaining, there was no longer a sustained need for a registered water aerodrome.

The site of the former water aerodrome is now simply a stretch of coastal water at Shingle Point. There is no remaining infrastructure, signage, or official designation as an aerodrome. Shingle Point itself is located within Ivvavik National Park and is used as a seasonal, traditional whaling and fishing camp by the Inuvialuit. While floatplanes or helicopters may occasionally land in the area on an ad-hoc basis to support Parks Canada operations, scientific research, or cultural activities, it is not a recognized or maintained aviation facility.

Shingle Point Water Aerodrome was a designated landing area for floatplanes on the Beaufort Sea coast. Its significance was tied to its role as a vital transportation link for this remote location. During its active period, it handled operations supporting:
- **Oil and Gas Exploration:** From the 1970s to the late 1980s, the aerodrome was crucial for transporting personnel, supplies, and equipment for companies exploring the Mackenzie Delta and Beaufort Sea. Floatplanes were essential for servicing seasonal camps and coastal operations.
- **Anglican Mission:** It served the Shingle Point Anglican Mission, providing a connection for clergy, supplies, and mail to the outside world.
- **Community and Trade:** The site was historically a traditional gathering place for the Inuvialuit and briefly hosted a trading post. The aerodrome facilitated access for government services and trade before more permanent infrastructure was developed elsewhere in the region.

There are no known plans or prospects for reopening the Shingle Point Water Aerodrome. The lack of any permanent population, industry, or economic driver in the immediate vicinity means there is no demand for a registered aerodrome. Furthermore, its location within a National Park and an important Inuvialuit cultural site means that any new development would face significant regulatory and environmental review. Air access to the region is now primarily served by gravel airstrips at larger communities or specific sites like Komakuk Beach Airport (CYKD).