Sanford Seaplane Base
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About Sanford Seaplane Base
Sanford Seaplane Base is a seaplane base in Sanford, United States. It sits at an elevation of 6 ft (2 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 4,000 ft / 1,219 m. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB), about 3.3 nm to the sse.
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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09W / 27W | 4,000 ft / 1,219 m | 1000 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ORLANDO CLASS B AREA E | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| SANFORD CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 3000 ft MSL |
| SANFORD CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 1300 ft MSL | 3000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Sanford Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Sanford Seaplane Base located?
Sanford Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Sanford, United States, at an elevation of 6 ft (2 m).
How many runways does Sanford Seaplane Base have?
Sanford Seaplane Base has 1 runway, the longest being 4,000 ft / 1,219 m.
What time zone is Sanford Seaplane Base in?
Sanford Seaplane Base is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Sanford Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Sanford Seaplane Base is approximately 7.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Sanford Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Sanford Seaplane Base is Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB), about 3.3 nm to the sse, followed by Cedar Knoll Flying Ranch Airport and Britt Brown & Porter Ranch Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Sanford Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.