Turner Seaplane Base
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About Turner Seaplane Base
Turner Seaplane Base is a seaplane base in South Elgin, United States. It sits at an elevation of 700 ft (213 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 3,000 ft / 914 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Dupage Airport (DPA), about 6.4 nm to the sse.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 3,000 ft / 914 m | 300 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHICAGO CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 3600 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| CHICAGO CLASS B AREA F | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 10000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| WMAQ-AM (Chicago) | 748 ft | 738 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 381 ft | 741 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 344 ft | 791 ft | — |
| MidAmerica Towers, Inc Plato Center Site | 302 ft | 1,033 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 299 ft | 768 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Turner Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Turner Seaplane Base located?
Turner Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in South Elgin, United States, at an elevation of 700 ft (213 m).
How many runways does Turner Seaplane Base have?
Turner Seaplane Base has 1 runway, the longest being 3,000 ft / 914 m.
What time zone is Turner Seaplane Base in?
Turner Seaplane Base is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Turner Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Turner Seaplane Base is approximately 3.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Turner Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Turner Seaplane Base is Dupage Airport (DPA), about 6.4 nm to the sse, followed by Olson Airport and Koppie Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Turner Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.