Baie Verte Water Aerodrome

The closure was due to economic reasons and logistical redundancy. The development of the all-weather, year-round Baie Verte Airport (CYVM) provided a more reliable and capable alternative for air travel. Land-based airports can accommodate larger, faster aircraft and are not subject to seasonal ice, rough water conditions, or debris that can affect seaplane operations. As air traffic shifted to the more efficient land airport, the need for a dedicated, registered water aerodrome diminished until it was rendered obsolete.

The site is no longer a registered or recognized aerodrome. The physical location, the water of the bay adjacent to the town of Baie Verte, is now used for general marine activities, including recreational boating and fishing, and serves as a natural harbour. While the official aerodrome is closed, the bay may still be used occasionally by private seaplane pilots for unscheduled landings and takeoffs, as is permitted on many Canadian waterways, but there are no longer any dedicated facilities or services.

Prior to the establishment of reliable road and air infrastructure, the Baie Verte Water Aerodrome was a critical transportation hub for the Baie Verte peninsula, a region historically dependent on mining (asbestos, copper) and fishing. It served as a base for floatplanes, such as the de Havilland Beaver and Otter, which were the primary means of transport for people, mail, and essential supplies. Operations included charter services for mining companies, general aviation, and crucial air ambulance (medevac) flights, connecting the remote community to larger centers like Gander and St. John's. The aerodrome was a lifeline that supported the region's economy and well-being.

There are no known plans or prospects for reopening Baie Verte Water Aerodrome as a registered facility. The presence of the fully functional Baie Verte Airport (CYVM) just 6.5 km away completely satisfies the region's aviation needs. Re-establishing an official water aerodrome would require a significant justification of need and investment, neither of which is likely. Therefore, the prospect of it reopening is considered nonexistent.