Quad-City Seaplane Base
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About Quad-City Seaplane Base
Quad-City Seaplane Base is a seaplane base in Moline, United States. It sits at an elevation of 560 ft (171 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 10,000 ft / 3,048 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Quad City International Airport (MLI), about 1 nm to the sw.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E / W | 10,000 ft / 3,048 m | 300 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOLINE CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 4600 ft MSL |
| MOLINE CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 2000 ft MSL | 4600 ft MSL |
| MOLINE CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| WOC-AM | 1,381 ft | 666 ft | — |
| KQCT-LP | 876 ft | 679 ft | — |
| KUUL-FM | 499 ft | 646 ft | — |
| WDLM-FM | 499 ft | 653 ft | — |
| KIIK-FM | 469 ft | 659 ft | — |
| KTJT-LP | 351 ft | 636 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 663 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 764 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Quad-City Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Quad-City Seaplane Base located?
Quad-City Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Moline, United States, at an elevation of 560 ft (171 m).
How many runways does Quad-City Seaplane Base have?
Quad-City Seaplane Base has 1 runway, the longest being 10,000 ft / 3,048 m.
What time zone is Quad-City Seaplane Base in?
Quad-City Seaplane Base is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Quad-City Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Quad-City Seaplane Base is approximately 2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Quad-City Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Quad-City Seaplane Base is Quad City International Airport (MLI), about 1 nm to the sw, followed by McNeal's Field and Weihler Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Quad-City Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.