Wells Seaplane Base
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About Wells Seaplane Base
Wells Seaplane Base is a seaplane base in Schenectady, United States. It sits at an elevation of 210 ft (64 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 5,000 ft / 1,524 m. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Schenectady County Airport (SCH), about 1.1 nm to the w.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NE / SW | 5,000 ft / 1,524 m | 600 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALBANY COUNTY AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 2000 ft MSL | 4300 ft MSL |
| SCHENECTADY 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.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mohawk Tower | 285 ft | 279 ft | — |
| Stuyvesant Tower | 285 ft | 262 ft | — |
| Eastman Tower | 285 ft | 269 ft | — |
| Livingston Tower | 285 ft | 285 ft | — |
| Carillon | 249 ft | 262 ft | — |
| St. John the Evangelist Church | 230 ft | 282 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Wells Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Wells Seaplane Base located?
Wells Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Schenectady, United States, at an elevation of 210 ft (64 m).
How many runways does Wells Seaplane Base have?
Wells Seaplane Base has 1 runway, the longest being 5,000 ft / 1,524 m.
What time zone is Wells Seaplane Base in?
Wells Seaplane Base is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Wells Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Wells Seaplane Base is approximately 12.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Wells Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Wells Seaplane Base is Schenectady County Airport (SCH), about 1.1 nm to the w, followed by Jerry Phibbs Airport and Round Lake Airport and Seaplane Base.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Wells Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.