Places to Fly
If you're flying into the area, there are a few things you'll want to see. These are some of our favourite places to fly...
Fundy Coast
Down the Saint John River and up the Fundy Coast to the Hopewell Rocks
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Flight: ~220 NM Round Trip
A "must-see" in the area is the Fundy Coast! Spot the Hopewell Rocks, and see how much the tides change en route. Follow the Saint John River to the coast and head east until you hit the Peticodiac River.
Upper River Valley
North-West along the Saint John River to Grand Falls
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Flight: ~230 NM There and Back
Head upriver and spot some of the Saint John River Valley's most visible landmarks like the Mactaquac Dam, the Nackawick Axe (world's largest), the Heartland Covered Bridge (world's longest), and the Gorge of Grand Falls.
Saint Stephen
From CYFC
To CCS3
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Flight: ~50 NM One-Way
Follow the hydro-lines from the Tracy departure down to Saint Stephen. Walk or cab into town to explore the local restaurants, trek the Waterfront Trail, or enjoy the Ganong Chocolatier (Canada's oldest candy company).
Grand Manan
From CYFC
To CCN2
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Flight: ~70 NM One-Way
Head to the south coast and chase the ferry across the Bay of Fundy, past the Wolf Islands to Grand Manan. Fly around to see its spectacular coastline, or land at the airport and cab to the east coast for some fresh seafood.
Havelock
From CYFC
To CCS5
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Flight: ~55NM One-Way
Follow the highway eat to the grass strip at Havelock. The Havelock Flying Club hosts a well-attended breakfast, monthly. Be wary of the soggy runway in the spring.
Check-out their webpage for dates and details.
Woodstock
From CYFC
To CCD3
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Flight: ~55 NM One-Way
Head up the river to the busy Woodstock airport! The local club hosts a breakfast monthly. Explore the local scenery, planes, and pilots!