Little Ferry Seaplane Base
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 14h 48m 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 Little Ferry Seaplane Base
Little Ferry Seaplane Base is a public-use seaplane base located one nautical mile (1.852 km) east of the central business district of the borough of Little Ferry on the Hackensack River in Bergen County, New Jersey, United States. The base is privately owned. Although the Federal Aviation Administration still lists the base as active, New Jersey has prohibited operating seaplanes on navigable waterways since 2015, and no dock facilities have been deemed unsafe.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 / 19 | 5,500 ft / 1,676 m | 150 ft | Water-e | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NEW YORK CLASS B AREA F | Class B | Controlled | 1800 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| NEW YORK CLASS B AREA G | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| NEW YORK CLASS B AREA E | Class B | Controlled | 1500 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| NEW YORK CLASS B AREA K | Class B | Controlled | 1300 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| TETERBORO CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2500 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Park Tower | 1,549 ft | 230 ft | — |
| 111 West 57th Street | 1,437 ft | 154 ft | — |
| 432 Park Avenue | 1,398 ft | 335 ft | — |
| One World Trade Center | 1,368 ft | 33 ft | — |
| One Vanderbilt | 1,302 ft | 243 ft | — |
| 30 Hudson Yards | 1,296 ft | 49 ft | — |
| Bank of America Tower | 1,201 ft | 180 ft | — |
| 9 DeKalb Avenue | 1,066 ft | 108 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Little Ferry Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Little Ferry Seaplane Base located?
Little Ferry Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Little Ferry, United States.
How many runways does Little Ferry Seaplane Base have?
Little Ferry Seaplane Base has 1 runway, the longest being 5,500 ft / 1,676 m.
What time zone is Little Ferry Seaplane Base in?
Little Ferry Seaplane Base is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Little Ferry Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Little Ferry Seaplane Base is approximately 12.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Little Ferry Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Little Ferry Seaplane Base is Teterboro Airport (TEB), about 1.3 nm to the w, followed by LaGuardia Airport and Essex County Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Little Ferry Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.