Gary Gale Seaplane Base
Daylight today(Sep 2, 2026, local time)
About 12h 45m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Gary Gale Seaplane Base
Gary Gale Seaplane Base is a seaplane base in Jacksonville, United States. It has 1 runway, the longest 2,000 ft / 610 m. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Jacksonville Naval Air Station (Towers Field) (NIP), about 2.5 nm to the n.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 2,000 ft / 610 m | 100 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JACKSONVILLE NAS CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2600 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverplace Tower | 433 ft | 23 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 328 ft | 43 ft | — |
| WBOB | 305 ft | 30 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 23 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 39 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 33 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 46 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Gary Gale Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Gary Gale Seaplane Base located?
Gary Gale Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Jacksonville, United States.
How many runways does Gary Gale Seaplane Base have?
Gary Gale Seaplane Base has 1 runway, the longest being 2,000 ft / 610 m.
What time zone is Gary Gale Seaplane Base in?
Gary Gale Seaplane Base is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Gary Gale Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Gary Gale Seaplane Base is approximately 6.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Gary Gale Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Gary Gale Seaplane Base is Jacksonville Naval Air Station (Towers Field) (NIP), about 2.5 nm to the n, followed by Herlong Airport and Cecil Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Gary Gale Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.