Ottawa / Rockcliffe Seaplane Base
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About Ottawa / Rockcliffe Seaplane Base
Ottawa/Rockcliffe Water Aerodrome is located adjacent to Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. It is a small airport and few Ottawans know of its existence. The airport is the home of the Canada Aviation and Space Museum, which owns the field, and is used and maintained by the Rockcliffe Flying Club.
Summary from Wikipedia 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(14)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T749 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| T680 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| OTTAWA, ON CAE | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| OTTAWA, ON CAE | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| T616 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| T614 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| OTTAWA, ON TCA | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| MONTREAL FIR CAE | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| OTTAWA, ON TCA | Class C | Controlled | 1500 ft MSL | 2500 ft MSL |
| OTTAWA, ON TCA | Class C | Controlled | 5000 ft MSL | 12500 ft MSL |
| OTTAWA, ON TCA | Class C | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 5000 ft MSL |
| OTTAWA, ON TCA | Class C | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 4000 ft MSL |
| OTTAWA, ON TCA | Class C | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | 3000 ft MSL |
| OTTAWA, ON TCA | Class C | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | 3000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| R.H. Coats Building | 325 ft | 197 ft | — |
| Peace Tower | 302 ft | 305 ft | — |
| Envie | 279 ft | 289 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 322 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 171 ft | — |
| Ryan Tower | — | 1,158 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Ottawa / Rockcliffe Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Ottawa / Rockcliffe Seaplane Base located?
Ottawa / Rockcliffe Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Ottawa, Canada.
What time zone is Ottawa / Rockcliffe Seaplane Base in?
Ottawa / Rockcliffe Seaplane Base is in the America/Toronto time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Ottawa / Rockcliffe Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Ottawa / Rockcliffe Seaplane Base is approximately 12.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Ottawa / Rockcliffe Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Ottawa / Rockcliffe Seaplane Base is Ottawa / Rockcliffe Airport (YRO), about 0.2 nm to the ssw, followed by Ottawa / Gatineau Airport and Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Ottawa / Rockcliffe Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.