Dundalk (Tripp Field) Aerodrome

Melancthon, CA 🇨🇦 Small Airport

ICAO

CTF4

IATA

Elevation

1700 ft

Region

CA-ON

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: CTF4

Local Code: Not available

Location: 44.173018° N, -80.310297° E

Continent: North America

Type: Small Airport

Terminal Information Not Available
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Online Reviews Summary

Dundalk (Tripp Field) Aerodrome (CTF4) in Melancthon, CA, is a small, private general aviation airfield, primarily serving the local aviation community. Due to its nature as a private aerodrome requiring Prior Permission Required (PPR), detailed "traveler reviews" in the commercial sense are not available. Information suggests it caters to pilots and private aircraft owners, with a focus on basic operational aspects rather than extensive passenger amenities.

What Travelers (Pilots) Love:

Grass Runway: The aerodrome features a 3,194 x 70 feet grass runway (05/23), which can be appealing for certain types of general aviation aircraft and pilot preferences.
Private Operation: As a private aerodrome with a specific operator (Robin Tripp), it likely offers a more intimate and less congested flying experience than larger public airports.

Common Complaints

Limited Facilities On-Site: There are no extensive terminal facilities or amenities at the aerodrome itself. While telephone access is available on-site, food and medical aid are located 5-30 nautical miles away.
No METAR Reporting: The aerodrome does not publish its own METAR (aviation routine weather report), requiring pilots to rely on the nearest station, Toronto Lester B. Pearson International Airport, located 42 NM away.
Limited Winter Maintenance: The operator notes "No win maint" (no winter maintenance) from May-November, indicating that winter operations may be challenging or unavailable.
Prior Permission Required: Access to the aerodrome requires Prior Permission Required (PPR), which means it's not a readily accessible public-use airport for spontaneous visits.

Overall, Dundalk (Tripp Field) Aerodrome (CTF4) appears to be a functional private general aviation facility for those who have arranged prior permission and are prepared for a minimalist operational environment, particularly appreciating its grass runway. Prospective users should contact the operator directly for current conditions and requirements.

Last updated: 60 days ago

AI-Generated: Compiled from publicly available reviews. May not be current or accurate.

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For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`05/23`	1800 ft	70 ft	Turf	Active

Type	Description	Frequency
CTAF	-	`123.2 MHz`

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency

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