Beira Lake Seaplane Base
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 16m 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 Beira Lake Seaplane Base
Beira Lake Seaplane Base is a seaplane base in Colombo, Sri Lanka (IATA BYV). It sits at an elevation of 17 ft (5 m). It observes Asia/Colombo local time. The nearest airport is Colombo Ratmalana International Airport (RML), about 6.7 nm to the sse.
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(7)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COLOMBO FIR | Class A | Controlled | GND | FL460 |
| COLOMBO TERMINAL CONTROL AREA TMA | Class C | Controlled | FL010 | FL460 |
| KAT VOR R170-3 CTA | Class C | Controlled | FL020 | FL460 |
| RATMALANA CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | FL040 |
| COLOMBO CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | FL040 |
| VCR23 RESTRICTED | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL245 |
| VCP29 PROHIBITED | Special use | Prohibited | GND | FL300 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Sri Lanka airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colombo Lotus Tower | 1,168 ft | 33 ft | — |
| Altair Building | 787 ft | 26 ft | — |
| Clearpoint Residencies | 607 ft | 36 ft | — |
| Fairway Elements | 492 ft | 33 ft | — |
| Bank of Ceylon | 344 ft | 82 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 328 ft | 52 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 33 ft | — |
| Slt Training Centre | — | 30 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Beira Lake Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Beira Lake Seaplane Base?
Beira Lake Seaplane Base uses the IATA code BYV.
Where is Beira Lake Seaplane Base located?
Beira Lake Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Colombo, Sri Lanka, at an elevation of 17 ft (5 m).
What time zone is Beira Lake Seaplane Base in?
Beira Lake Seaplane Base is in the Asia/Colombo time zone (UTC+05:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Beira Lake Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Beira Lake Seaplane Base is approximately 1.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Beira Lake Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Beira Lake Seaplane Base is Colombo Ratmalana International Airport (RML), about 6.7 nm to the sse, followed by Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport and Katukurunda Air Force Base.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Beira Lake Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.