Marty's Tranquility Base
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About Marty's Tranquility Base
Marty's Tranquility Base is a privately owned, public-use seaplane base located two nautical miles southwest of the central business district of Prior Lake, Minnesota, United States.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08W / 26W | 8,100 ft / 2,469 m | 300 ft | Water-g | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MINNEAPOLIS CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| MINNEAPOLIS CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| MINNEAPOLIS CLASS B AREA I | Class B | Controlled | 7000 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 | 276 ft | 692 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 266 ft | 843 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 266 ft | 833 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 266 ft | 843 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 246 ft | 699 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 938 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 735 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 948 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Marty's Tranquility Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Marty's Tranquility Base located?
Marty's Tranquility Base is seaplane base located in Prior Lake, United States, at an elevation of 911 ft (278 m).
How many runways does Marty's Tranquility Base have?
Marty's Tranquility Base has 1 runway, the longest being 8,100 ft / 2,469 m.
What time zone is Marty's Tranquility Base in?
Marty's Tranquility Base is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Marty's Tranquility Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Marty's Tranquility Base is approximately 0°, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Marty's Tranquility Base?
The nearest airport to Marty's Tranquility Base is Sky Park Airport (MN67), about 3.1 nm to the sw, followed by Demmers Field and Smith Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Marty's Tranquility Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.