Yas Island Seaplane Base
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 41m 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 Yas Island Seaplane Base
Yas Island Seaplane Base is a seaplane base in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (IATA AYM). It sits at an elevation of 0 ft (0 m). It observes Asia/Dubai local time. The nearest airport is Zayed International Airport (AUH), about 2.6 nm to the se.
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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OMAE FIR | Class C | FIR | 4500 ft MSL | FL145 |
| ABU DHABI CTA I CENTRAL | Class C | CTA | 1500 ft MSL | FL155 |
| ABU DHABI CTA II WEST | Class C | CTA | 1500 ft MSL | FL155 |
| ABU DHABI CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | 1500 ft MSL |
| OMR 54 SHAHEEN | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United Arab Emirates airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 361 ft | 46 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Yas Island Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Yas Island Seaplane Base?
Yas Island Seaplane Base uses the IATA code AYM.
Where is Yas Island Seaplane Base located?
Yas Island Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, at an elevation of 0 ft (0 m).
What time zone is Yas Island Seaplane Base in?
Yas Island Seaplane Base is in the Asia/Dubai time zone (UTC+04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Yas Island Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Yas Island Seaplane Base is approximately 2.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Yas Island Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Yas Island Seaplane Base is Zayed International Airport (AUH), about 2.6 nm to the se, followed by Sas Al Nakheel Air Base and Al Bateen Executive Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Yas Island Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.