Bahnsen Seaplane Base
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About Bahnsen Seaplane Base
Bahnsen Seaplane Base is a seaplane base in Faribault, United States. It sits at an elevation of 1,004 ft (306 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 4,000 ft / 1,219 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Faribault Municipal Airport-Liz Wall Strohfus Field (FBL), about 5.4 nm to the s.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N / S | 4,000 ft / 1,219 m | 3000 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Olaf Wid Turbine | 351 ft | 1,007 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,007 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,096 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 994 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Bahnsen Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Bahnsen Seaplane Base located?
Bahnsen Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Faribault, United States, at an elevation of 1,004 ft (306 m).
How many runways does Bahnsen Seaplane Base have?
Bahnsen Seaplane Base has 1 runway, the longest being 4,000 ft / 1,219 m.
What time zone is Bahnsen Seaplane Base in?
Bahnsen Seaplane Base is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Bahnsen Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Bahnsen Seaplane 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 Bahnsen Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Bahnsen Seaplane Base is Faribault Municipal Airport-Liz Wall Strohfus Field (FBL), about 5.4 nm to the s, followed by Sky Harbor Residential Airpark and Tuma Private Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Bahnsen Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.