Norman Wells Seaplane Base
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About Norman Wells Seaplane Base
This is a list of airports in the Northwest Territories. It includes all Nav Canada certified and registered water and land airports, aerodromes and heliports in the Canadian territory of the Northwest Territories. Airport names in italics are part of the National Airports System.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
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(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORMAN WELLS, NT CAE | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| NORMAN WELLS, NT CAE | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| NORMAN WELLS, NT TA | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| NORMAN WELLS, NT CAE | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| NORMAN WELLS, NT TA | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| NORMAN WELLS CZ | Class E | Controlled | GND | 3000 ft GND |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Canada airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Norman Wells Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Norman Wells Seaplane Base located?
Norman Wells Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Canada, at an elevation of 200 ft (61 m).
What time zone is Norman Wells Seaplane Base in?
Norman Wells Seaplane Base is in the America/Yellowknife time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Norman Wells Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Norman Wells Seaplane Base is approximately 19° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Norman Wells Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Norman Wells Seaplane Base is Norman Wells Airport (YVQ), about 3 nm to the wnw, followed by Tulita Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Norman Wells Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.