Lake Wawasee Seaplane Base
Daylight today(Sep 4, 2026, local time)
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About Lake Wawasee Seaplane Base
Lake Wawasee Seaplane Base is a seaplane base in Syracuse, United States. It sits at an elevation of 859 ft (262 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 8,000 ft / 2,438 m. It observes America/Indiana/Indianapolis local time. The nearest airport is Wawasee Airport (4IN9), about 1.1 nm to the ne.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13W / 31W | 8,000 ft / 2,438 m | 2500 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 909 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 801 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Lake Wawasee Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Lake Wawasee Seaplane Base located?
Lake Wawasee Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Syracuse, United States, at an elevation of 859 ft (262 m).
How many runways does Lake Wawasee Seaplane Base have?
Lake Wawasee Seaplane Base has 1 runway, the longest being 8,000 ft / 2,438 m.
What time zone is Lake Wawasee Seaplane Base in?
Lake Wawasee Seaplane Base is in the America/Indiana/Indianapolis time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Lake Wawasee Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Lake Wawasee Seaplane Base is approximately 5.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Lake Wawasee Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Lake Wawasee Seaplane Base is Wawasee Airport (4IN9), about 1.1 nm to the ne, followed by Zollinger Strip and H R Weisser Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Lake Wawasee Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.