Centralia Airport (YCE)

Centralia/James T. Field Memorial Aerodrome (YCE) carries a distinguished aviation heritage as a former Royal Canadian Air Force training base, originally built as part of the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan in 1942. Located at 824 feet elevation near Centralia, Ontario, the facility features two intersecting runways (10/28 and 16/34) with the primary runway suitable for a wide range of general aviation aircraft. The airport transformed from RCAF Station Centralia, which trained pilots on Harvard, Anson, Dakota, and other military aircraft, to today's general aviation hub known as Huron Air Park. Current operations are managed by New United Goderich Inc. with services available Monday through Friday from 1300-2130Z (8 AM-4:30 PM local time), with after-hours contact through 226-378-7422. Anderson Aviation Services provides maintenance, charter, and completion services on-site. The facility serves both recreational flying and business aviation, with fuel services and aircraft maintenance available. Weather reporting comes through nearby stations as YCE doesn't publish METAR data. Winter operations continue year-round, though snow removal on runway 16/34 may experience delays up to 24 hours during heavy snowfall. The airport's proximity to London (30 minutes) and Grand Bend (20 minutes) makes it an attractive alternative to busier commercial airports for private and corporate aviation. Historical aircraft enthusiasts often visit due to the facility's wartime significance. Ground transportation includes rental cars and taxi service, though advance arrangements are recommended. The flight training legacy continues with multiple aviation schools utilizing the facility's favorable winds and traffic patterns. Summer operations benefit from excellent visibility and stable weather conditions typical of southwestern Ontario.

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