Polgolla Reservoir Seaplane Base
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 12h 31m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Polgolla Reservoir Seaplane Base
Polgolla Reservoir Seaplane Base is a seaplane base in Kandy, Sri Lanka (IATA KDZ). It sits at an elevation of 1,473 ft (449 m). It has scheduled commercial service and observes Asia/Colombo local time. The nearest airport is Sigiriya Air Force Base (GIU), about 38.3 nm to the n.
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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COLOMBO FIR | Class A | Controlled | GND | FL460 |
| COLOMBO TERMINAL CONTROL AREA TMA | Class C | Controlled | FL010 | FL460 |
| KAT VOR R50-90 CTA | Class C | Controlled | FL075 | FL460 |
| TRIG CTA | Class C | Controlled | FL095 | FL460 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Sri Lanka airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Telecom Tower | — | 1,801 ft | — |
| Telecom Tower | — | 2,014 ft | — |
| Telecom Tower | — | 1,949 ft | — |
| Telecom Tower | — | 1,801 ft | — |
| Telecom Tower | — | 1,804 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Polgolla Reservoir Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Polgolla Reservoir Seaplane Base?
Polgolla Reservoir Seaplane Base uses the IATA code KDZ.
Where is Polgolla Reservoir Seaplane Base located?
Polgolla Reservoir Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Kandy, Sri Lanka, at an elevation of 1,473 ft (449 m).
What time zone is Polgolla Reservoir Seaplane Base in?
Polgolla Reservoir Seaplane Base is in the Asia/Colombo time zone (UTC+05:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Polgolla Reservoir Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Polgolla Reservoir Seaplane Base is approximately 1.8° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Polgolla Reservoir Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Polgolla Reservoir Seaplane Base is Sigiriya Air Force Base (GIU), about 38.3 nm to the n, followed by Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport and Hingurakgoda Air Force Base.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Polgolla Reservoir Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.