Jackson Seaplane Base
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About Jackson Seaplane Base
Jackson Seaplane Base is a seaplane base in Crystal Lake, United States. It sits at an elevation of 890 ft (271 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 6,000 ft / 1,829 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Lake in the Hills Airport (K3CK), about 2.2 nm to the se.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10W / 28W | 6,000 ft / 1,829 m | 400 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 394 ft | 853 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 348 ft | 840 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 269 ft | 755 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 909 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Jackson Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Jackson Seaplane Base located?
Jackson Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Crystal Lake, United States, at an elevation of 890 ft (271 m).
How many runways does Jackson Seaplane Base have?
Jackson Seaplane Base has 1 runway, the longest being 6,000 ft / 1,829 m.
What time zone is Jackson Seaplane Base in?
Jackson Seaplane Base is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Jackson Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Jackson 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 Jackson Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Jackson Seaplane Base is Lake in the Hills Airport (K3CK), about 2.2 nm to the se, followed by Phyllis Field and Landings Condominium Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Jackson Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.