Rifflin' Hitch Water Aerodrome
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 16h 31m 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 Rifflin' Hitch Water Aerodrome
Rifflin' Hitch Water Aerodrome is a seaplane base in Eagle River, Canada. It sits at an elevation of 151 ft (46 m). It observes America/Goose Bay local time. The nearest airport is Cartwright Airport (YRF), about 28.1 nm to the ne.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
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(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GANDER FIR CAE | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| GANDER FIR CAE | Class E | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 12500 ft MSL |
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 Rifflin' Hitch Water Aerodrome.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Rifflin' Hitch Water Aerodrome located?
Rifflin' Hitch Water Aerodrome is seaplane base located in Eagle River, Canada, at an elevation of 151 ft (46 m).
What time zone is Rifflin' Hitch Water Aerodrome in?
Rifflin' Hitch Water Aerodrome is in the America/Goose Bay time zone (UTC-03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Rifflin' Hitch Water Aerodrome?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Rifflin' Hitch Water Aerodrome is approximately 18.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Rifflin' Hitch Water Aerodrome?
The nearest airport to Rifflin' Hitch Water Aerodrome is Cartwright Airport (YRF), about 28.1 nm to the ne, followed by Rigolet Airport and Charlottetown Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Rifflin' Hitch Water Aerodrome data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.