Apple River Airport

The specific reason for closure is not publicly documented, which is typical for small, privately owned airfields. The closure was almost certainly due to private owner-related factors, such as the high cost of maintenance and insurance, the owner's retirement or sale of the property, or a simple lack of use. There is no evidence to suggest it was closed due to a major accident, environmental issues, or military conversion.

The site remains private property. Recent satellite imagery shows that the outline of the grass runway is still clearly visible, but it is unmaintained, overgrown, and slowly reverting to a natural field. The land is not used for any active aviation purposes. The adjacent buildings appear to be a private residence and outbuildings, consistent with its former status as a private airstrip.

Apple River Airport was a small, private aerodrome (Pvt) serving the general aviation community. Its significance was purely local, providing a landing area for the owner and likely other recreational pilots with light aircraft. It featured a single turf/grass runway, designated 08/26, with a length of approximately 2,600 feet. Operations would have consisted entirely of small, single-engine propeller aircraft used for personal transport and recreation in a relatively remote part of Nova Scotia.

There are no known or published plans to reopen the Apple River Airport. Given that it has been officially closed and unmaintained for over 15 years, its return to service as a certified aerodrome is highly unlikely. Reopening would require a significant investment from a new owner to clear the land, meet current Transport Canada regulations, and complete the recertification process.