Why is it called Billy Bishop Airport?
Why is it called Billy Bishop Airport? At its annual meeting on September 3, 2009, the Toronto Port Authority announced that it would rename the airport after William Avery Billy Bishop, a Canadian First World War flying ace and Victoria Cross recipient.
Can private planes land at Billy Bishop Airport?
The airport is used by regional airliners, as well as for general aviation, including private aviation, small charter flights, and medical emergency flights. The airport is only accessibly by passenger ferry.
Is Billy Bishop Airport ferry free?
The 90-second trip will have you where you need to be in no time and if you're standing on the pedestrian deck you can enjoy a unique view of downtown Toronto. The ferry departs from the foot of Bathurst Street (view map). The ferry is free for pedestrians and $15 for vehicles (return trip).