Airport News

Statement: Oshawa Mayor Dan Carter on the Oshawa Executive Airport

As Mayor, I am extremely disappointed to learn about a groundbreaking ceremony for a 30,000 square foot hangar expansion at the Oshawa Executive Airport. This development has been reported in the news as supporting expanded flight training.

According to Durham Radio News, “The expanded facilities will support the growth of aviation activities in Oshawa, providing a new home for businesses and aircraft displaced from Buttonville as well as building on general industry expansion and flight...

Oshawa Executive Airport – Action Plan update

The City of Oshawa is providing an update on the Oshawa Executive Airport Action Plan related to balancing the needs of both airport users and community members.

The Oshawa Executive Airport is a significant asset for economic growth for the City and Durham Region, and the City’s long-term vision includes balancing the quality of life of our residents with the economic benefits of the airport.

The Council-approved 2021-2022 Oshawa Executive Airport Action Plan outlined in Report DS-21-137

Update on the Oshawa Executive Airport – Noise and Air Traffic Concerns

The City understands the valid concerns of residents regarding noise and air traffic at the Oshawa Executive Airport. The City also agrees that a better balance is necessary to respect residents’ quality of life and the economic benefits of the Airport. Unfortunately, the City is faced with three challenges.

First, Transport Canada is the regulator and only the Federal government can regulate airport activity. Municipal by-laws cannot be used to regulate aircraft activity, and neither Members of...

Statement from Oshawa Mayor Dan Carter on the Oshawa Executive Airport

On behalf of Oshawa City Council, I wish to thank everyone who recently provided feedback on the Draft Proposed Noise Abatement Procedures for the Oshawa Executive Airport. 
The airport is a significant engine for economic growth in Oshawa and Durham Region. As part of our ongoing commitment to keeping you informed about airport operations, the City of Oshawa most recently hosted a series of virtual workshops last month. More than 100 community members and over 80 airport users registered for...