Chena River Seaplane Base
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About Chena River Seaplane Base
Chena River Seaplane Base is a seaplane base in Fairbanks, United States. It sits at an elevation of 440 ft (134 m) and has 2 runways, the longest 5,000 ft / 1,524 m. It observes America/Anchorage local time. The nearest airport is Fairbanks International Airport (FAI), about 1.1 nm to the s.
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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N / S | 5,000 ft / 1,524 m | 300 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
| E / W | 3,000 ft / 914 m | 300 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FAIRBANKS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2900 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 Chena River Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Chena River Seaplane Base located?
Chena River Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Fairbanks, United States, at an elevation of 440 ft (134 m).
How many runways does Chena River Seaplane Base have?
Chena River Seaplane Base has 2 runways, the longest being 5,000 ft / 1,524 m.
What time zone is Chena River Seaplane Base in?
Chena River Seaplane Base is in the America/Anchorage time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Chena River Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Chena River Seaplane Base is approximately 14.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Chena River Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Chena River Seaplane Base is Fairbanks International Airport (FAI), about 1.1 nm to the s, followed by Chena Marina Airport and Metro Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Chena River Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.