Point Petre Helipad

Military decommissioning. The facility was not a public airport but a component of the Point Petre Air Weapons Range. It was closed following the shutdown of its parent base, RCAF Picton, as part of a broader post-unification consolidation of Canadian military infrastructure and changing training requirements.

The site is now part of the Point Petre Provincial Wildlife Area, a protected conservation area managed for its significant ecological value, particularly as a habitat for migratory birds and other wildlife. The area is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, birdwatchers, hikers, and hunters. While there is no active aviation infrastructure, remnants of its military past, such as decaying concrete observation towers and target backstops, can still be found on the property.

The site was a designated landing zone within the historic Point Petre Air Weapons Range. Established during World War II, this range was a critical component of the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan (BCATP). It served as the primary bombing and gunnery range for trainees from the No. 31 Bombing and Gunnery School based at nearby RCAF Picton. Operations included extensive air-to-ground and air-to-air practice, contributing significantly to the Allied war effort. The range continued to be used for weapons testing and training by the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) and later the Canadian Armed Forces for several decades after the war.

Zero. There are no plans or prospects for reopening the helipad for aviation purposes. The land's official designation as a Provincial Wildlife Area and its recognized ecological importance preclude any future development as an aviation facility. Its purpose is now strictly conservation and public recreation.