Christiansen Lake Seaplane Base
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About Christiansen Lake Seaplane Base
Christiansen Lake Seaplane Base is a seaplane base in Talkeetna, United States. It sits at an elevation of 400 ft (122 m) and has 2 runways, the longest 4,000 ft / 1,219 m. It observes America/Anchorage local time. The nearest airport is Talkeetna Airport (TKA), about 0.8 nm to the wnw.
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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14W / 32W | 4,000 ft / 1,219 m | 1600 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
| 04W / 22W | 3,800 ft / 1,158 m | 2000 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TALKEETNA 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 Christiansen Lake Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Christiansen Lake Seaplane Base located?
Christiansen Lake Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Talkeetna, United States, at an elevation of 400 ft (122 m).
How many runways does Christiansen Lake Seaplane Base have?
Christiansen Lake Seaplane Base has 2 runways, the longest being 4,000 ft / 1,219 m.
What time zone is Christiansen Lake Seaplane Base in?
Christiansen Lake Seaplane Base is in the America/Anchorage time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Christiansen Lake Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Christiansen Lake Seaplane Base is approximately 14° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Christiansen Lake Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Christiansen Lake Seaplane Base is Talkeetna Airport (TKA), about 0.8 nm to the wnw, followed by Talkeetna Village Strip and Birch Creek Landing.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Christiansen Lake Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.