Wingfoot Lake Airship Operations Balloonport
Daylight today(Aug 31, 2026, local time)
About 13h 10m 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 Wingfoot Lake Airship Operations Balloonport
The Wingfoot Lake Airship Hangar in Suffield, Ohio, is the main hangar used by the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company for construction and maintenance of their fleet of blimps.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
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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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B1 | 1,000 ft / 305 m | 1000 ft | Turf | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AKRON-CANTON REGIONAL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | 5200 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humbard Tower | 755 ft | 1,004 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,014 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Wingfoot Lake Airship Operations Balloonport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Wingfoot Lake Airship Operations Balloonport located?
Wingfoot Lake Airship Operations Balloonport is balloonport located in Akron Suffield, United States, at an elevation of 1,164 ft (355 m).
How many runways does Wingfoot Lake Airship Operations Balloonport have?
Wingfoot Lake Airship Operations Balloonport has 1 runway, the longest being 1,000 ft / 305 m.
What time zone is Wingfoot Lake Airship Operations Balloonport in?
Wingfoot Lake Airship Operations Balloonport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Wingfoot Lake Airship Operations Balloonport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Wingfoot Lake Airship Operations Balloonport is approximately 8.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Wingfoot Lake Airship Operations Balloonport?
The nearest airport to Wingfoot Lake Airship Operations Balloonport is Mayfield Airport (1D4), about 3.5 nm to the wsw, followed by Akron Fulton International Airport and Sunset Strip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Wingfoot Lake Airship Operations Balloonport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.