Shannons Pond Seaplane Base
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About Shannons Pond Seaplane Base
Shannons Pond Seaplane Base is a public-use seaplane base located three nautical miles west of the central business district of Dillingham, a city in the Dillingham Census Area of the U.S. state of Alaska. As per Federal Aviation Administration records, this facility had 1,000 passenger boardings (enplanements) in calendar year 2008. It is 3 miles (5 km) west of Dillingham Airport.
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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 | 1,400 ft / 427 m | 100 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DILLINGHAM CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Shannons Pond Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Shannons Pond Seaplane Base located?
Shannons Pond Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Dillingham, United States, at an elevation of 80 ft (24 m).
How many runways does Shannons Pond Seaplane Base have?
Shannons Pond Seaplane Base has 1 runway, the longest being 1,400 ft / 427 m.
What time zone is Shannons Pond Seaplane Base in?
Shannons Pond Seaplane Base is in the America/Anchorage time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Shannons Pond Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Shannons Pond Seaplane Base is approximately 10.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Shannons Pond Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Shannons Pond Seaplane Base is Shannon Lake Airport (US-6472), about 0.2 nm to the nnw, followed by Dillingham Airport and The Queens Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Shannons Pond Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.