Castleforbes Airport

As a private airstrip, its operational status is at the sole discretion of its owners, the Forbes family of the Castle Forbes estate. The 'closure' was not due to military conversion, economic failure, or a major accident. The most likely reason for its removal from aviation databases was a private decision by the owners, possibly due to a decrease in personal use, a desire for increased privacy, or to stop unsolicited landing requests.

The site remains a clearly defined and well-maintained grass runway within the private grounds of the Castle Forbes estate. The turf appears manicured and the runway is free of obstructions, indicating it is still cared for. It is not used for agriculture or any other purpose. While not officially listed as an active airfield, it appears to be preserved in a state that would allow for private use at the owner's discretion. The site is on private property and is not accessible to the public.

Castleforbes Airport was never a public or commercial airport. It was a private airstrip, also known as an airpark, located on the grounds of the historic Castle Forbes estate. Its sole purpose was to serve the private aviation needs of the estate's owners and their guests. Operations were limited to general aviation, consisting of light, single-engine, or small twin-engine aircraft capable of using its approximately 800-meter grass runway. Its historical significance is tied directly to the private history of the Castle Forbes estate, providing a modern and convenient mode of transport for its residents.

There are no known plans or prospects for reopening the airstrip to the public, as it was never a public facility. Its future use is entirely dependent on the wishes of the owners of the Castle Forbes estate. Given its excellent physical condition, it could theoretically be used for private flights at any time. Any 'reopening' would simply be a private decision to use it or have it re-listed in aviation directories.