Dompire Heliport

Voluntary closure by the owner. The official reason cited in the ministerial order of May 16, 2018, is that the operator, Mr. Freddy L'Hoest, informed the Belgian Directorate General of Air Transport of his wish to permanently cease operations at the heliport. This indicates a personal or economic decision by the private owner rather than closure due to accidents, regulatory action, or military conversion.

The site is currently a private residential property. Analysis of recent satellite imagery of the coordinates shows that the physical infrastructure of the heliport remains. A distinct circular concrete helipad and an adjacent building, likely the former hangar, are still visible on the grounds of the large residence. However, the 'H' marking on the pad has been removed or has faded completely, and the area is now part of the property's landscaped garden and driveway.

Dompire Heliport was a private heliport with limited historical significance. Its operating license was granted on June 28, 2005. It served exclusively for the private use of its operator. The authorization restricted operations to helicopters owned or used by the operator, with a maximum of 10 movements (a takeoff or landing) permitted per week. It was not a commercial, public, or medical facility and played no role in military aviation. Its primary function was to provide a convenient base for a private helicopter owner.

There are no known plans or prospects for reopening the heliport. Given that the closure was initiated by the private owner and the land is part of a private residence, any reopening is considered extremely unlikely unless the property changes hands and the new owner seeks a new operating permit, which would be a complex and lengthy process.