Fall River Water Aerodrome
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 25m 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 Fall River Water Aerodrome
This is a list of airports in Nova Scotia. It includes all Nav Canada certified and registered water and land airports, aerodromes and heliports in the Canadian province of Nova Scotia. Airport names in italics are part of the National Airports System.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(8)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHARLO, NB CAE | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| HALIFAX, NS TA | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| HALIFAX, NS TCA XPNDR MANDTRY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| HALIFAX/STANFIELD INTL CZ XPNDR MANDTRY | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3000 ft GND |
| HALIFAX, NS TCA XPNDR MANDTRY | Class D | Controlled | 1700 ft MSL | 2900 ft MSL |
| HALIFAX, NS TCA XPNDR MANDTRY | Class D | Controlled | 2900 ft MSL | 12500 ft MSL |
| CHARLO, NB CAE | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| HALIFAX, NS TA | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Canada airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBC Tower Halifax | 876 ft | 427 ft | — |
| Fenwick Tower | 322 ft | 69 ft | — |
| Purdy's Wharf Tower 2 | 289 ft | 43 ft | — |
| Purdy's Wharf Tower 1 | 243 ft | 30 ft | — |
| Maritime Centre | 233 ft | 115 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 459 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 531 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 541 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Fall River Water Aerodrome.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Fall River Water Aerodrome located?
Fall River Water Aerodrome is seaplane base located in Fall River, Canada, at an elevation of 122 ft (37 m).
What time zone is Fall River Water Aerodrome in?
Fall River Water Aerodrome is in the America/Halifax time zone (UTC-03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Fall River Water Aerodrome?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Fall River Water Aerodrome is approximately 16.2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Fall River Water Aerodrome?
The nearest airport to Fall River Water Aerodrome is Halifax / Stanfield International Airport (YHZ), about 8.1 nm to the ne, followed by Porters Lake Airport and East Gore Eco Airpark.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Fall River Water Aerodrome data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.