Ness Landing Seaplane Base
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About Ness Landing Seaplane Base
Ness Landing Seaplane Base is a seaplane base in Rapid River, United States. It sits at an elevation of 580 ft (177 m) and has 3 runways, the longest 5,000 ft / 1,524 m. It observes America/Detroit local time. The nearest airport is W Gladstone Airport (43MI), about 6.7 nm to the wsw.
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.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 / 29 | 5,000 ft / 1,524 m | 150 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
| 14 / 32 | 5,000 ft / 1,524 m | 200 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
| 04 / 22 | 3,000 ft / 914 m | 150 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Ness Landing Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Ness Landing Seaplane Base located?
Ness Landing Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Rapid River, United States, at an elevation of 580 ft (177 m).
How many runways does Ness Landing Seaplane Base have?
Ness Landing Seaplane Base has 3 runways, the longest being 5,000 ft / 1,524 m.
What time zone is Ness Landing Seaplane Base in?
Ness Landing Seaplane Base is in the America/Detroit time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Ness Landing Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Ness Landing Seaplane Base is approximately 5.2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Ness Landing Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Ness Landing Seaplane Base is W Gladstone Airport (43MI), about 6.7 nm to the wsw, followed by Delta County Airport and Van Effen Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Ness Landing Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.