La Romaine Water Aerodrome

La Romaine, CA 🇨🇦 Closed Airport

ICAO

CA-0686

IATA

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Elevation

- ft

Region

CA-QC

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Airport Information

GPS Code: Not available

Local Code: Not available

Location: 50.21° N, -60.675° E

Continent: NA

Type: Closed Airport

Keywords: SQ8 SQ8

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Airport Closure Information

Last updated: Jul 24, 2025
Closure Date

Circa 2011-2013. The aerodrome was not closed on a specific date but was gradually phased out and officially de-registered following the opening of the new land-based airport.

Reason for Closure

The water aerodrome was rendered obsolete and closed due to its replacement by the modern, all-weather La Romaine Airport (IATA: ZGS, ICAO: CTT5), which officially opened in November 2011. The new land-based airport provided a far more reliable, year-round, and safer transportation link for the community, capable of handling larger aircraft and operating in weather conditions (especially winter ice) that were prohibitive for floatplanes. This was a strategic infrastructure upgrade for economic and social reasons.

Current Status

The site is no longer a registered or maintained aerodrome. The coordinates (50.21, -60.675) point to the Baie de la Romaine, the body of water adjacent to the community that was used for landings and takeoffs. Any dedicated on-shore infrastructure, such as docks or small terminal buildings, has likely been removed, fallen into disuse, or been repurposed for general marine and local community activities. The area is now used for local boating and fishing. While a private floatplane could technically still land on the water, the location holds no official aviation status or services.

Historical Significance

For decades, the La Romaine Water Aerodrome was the primary and often sole air link for the remote Innu First Nation community of Unamen Shipu (La Romaine). It was a vital lifeline, handling essential passenger travel, cargo and mail delivery, food supplies, and critical medical evacuation services. Operations were conducted using classic Canadian bush planes on floats, such as the de Havilland Canada DHC-2 Beaver and DHC-3 Otter, flown by regional carriers like Air Saguenay. The aerodrome was fundamental to the community's connection with the outside world before the establishment of the permanent land airport.

Reopening Prospects

There are no known plans or prospects for reopening the La Romaine Water Aerodrome. The community's aviation needs are fully and more effectively met by the permanent La Romaine Airport (CTT5). The land-based airport represents a significant upgrade in capacity and reliability, making the water aerodrome permanently redundant. Reopening is considered highly improbable.

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Distances are approximate and calculated as straight-line distances.

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