Lake Monroe Seaplane Base
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About Lake Monroe Seaplane Base
Lake Monroe Seaplane Base is a seaplane base in Bloomington, United States. It sits at an elevation of 538 ft (164 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 15,000 ft / 4,572 m. It observes America/Indiana/Indianapolis local time. The nearest airport is Monroe County Airport (BMG), about 9.5 nm to the wnw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NE / SW | 15,000 ft / 4,572 m | 4000 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Lake Monroe Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Lake Monroe Seaplane Base located?
Lake Monroe Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Bloomington, United States, at an elevation of 538 ft (164 m).
How many runways does Lake Monroe Seaplane Base have?
Lake Monroe Seaplane Base has 1 runway, the longest being 15,000 ft / 4,572 m.
What time zone is Lake Monroe Seaplane Base in?
Lake Monroe Seaplane Base is in the America/Indiana/Indianapolis time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Lake Monroe Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Lake Monroe Seaplane Base is approximately 4.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Lake Monroe Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Lake Monroe Seaplane Base is Monroe County Airport (BMG), about 9.5 nm to the wnw, followed by Virgil I Grissom Municipal Airport and Cherry Hill Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Lake Monroe Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.