Chimay-Ronvaux Ultralight Airfield

The closure was primarily due to the non-renewal of its operating permit. This decision was the result of a long-standing conflict with local residents and the municipal government of Ciney. Key factors included persistent complaints about noise pollution, environmental impact concerns, and strong political opposition to the airfield's continued operation in a rural, residential area.

The site is now permanently closed and disused as an airfield. The grass runway is no longer maintained and is reverting to a natural or agricultural state. The hangars and any associated club buildings are inactive. The land is not used for any other official public or commercial purpose.

The airfield, correctly known as Chevetogne Airfield or ULM Ciney, was a private airfield dedicated exclusively to ultralight (ULM/microlight) aircraft. It served as a local hub for recreational aviation, housing the 'ULM Ciney' flying club. Its operations included flight training for ultralight pilot licenses and providing a base for local aviation enthusiasts. It held no military or commercial passenger/cargo significance. **Note:** This airfield is frequently confused with the still-active Chimay Airfield (ICAO: EBCI), which is a different facility in a different location.

There are no known plans or prospects for reopening the airfield. The definitive nature of its closure, driven by successful and sustained local and political opposition, makes any attempt to re-establish aviation activities on this site extremely unlikely.