Northbound Seaplane Base
Daylight today(Sep 2, 2026, local time)
About 13h 19m 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 Northbound Seaplane Base
Northbound Seaplane Base is a seaplane base in Grand Papids, United States. It sits at an elevation of 1,273 ft (388 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 5,000 ft / 1,524 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Grand Rapids Itasca Co-Gordon Newstrom field (GPZ), about 3.3 nm to the n.
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 | 5,000 ft / 1,524 m | 500 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRAND RAPIDS CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 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 Northbound Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Northbound Seaplane Base located?
Northbound Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Grand Papids, United States, at an elevation of 1,273 ft (388 m).
How many runways does Northbound Seaplane Base have?
Northbound Seaplane Base has 1 runway, the longest being 5,000 ft / 1,524 m.
What time zone is Northbound Seaplane Base in?
Northbound Seaplane Base is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Northbound Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Northbound Seaplane Base is approximately 0.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Northbound Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Northbound Seaplane Base is Grand Rapids Itasca Co-Gordon Newstrom field (GPZ), about 3.3 nm to the n, followed by Hill City-Quadna Mountain Airport and Dreamcatcher Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Northbound Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.