US Forest Service Seaplane Base
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About US Forest Service Seaplane Base
US Forest Service Seaplane Base is a seaplane base in Ely, United States. It sits at an elevation of 1,337 ft (408 m) and has 3 runways, the longest 2,500 ft / 762 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Ely Municipal Airport (LYU), about 5.2 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.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18W / 36W | 2,500 ft / 762 m | 200 ft | Summer Water. | Unlit | Open |
| 9W / 27W | 2,500 ft / 762 m | 200 ft | Summer Water | Unlit | Open |
| 18 / 36 | 1,600 ft / 488 m | 60 ft | Winter Snow | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P204 | Special use | Prohibited | GND | 4000 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 US Forest Service Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is US Forest Service Seaplane Base located?
US Forest Service Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Ely, United States, at an elevation of 1,337 ft (408 m).
How many runways does US Forest Service Seaplane Base have?
US Forest Service Seaplane Base has 3 runways, the longest being 2,500 ft / 762 m.
What time zone is US Forest Service Seaplane Base in?
US Forest Service Seaplane Base is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at US Forest Service Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at US Forest Service Seaplane Base is approximately 1.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near US Forest Service Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to US Forest Service Seaplane Base is Ely Municipal Airport (LYU), about 5.2 nm to the sse, followed by Tower Municipal Airport and Cook Municipal Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. US Forest Service Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.