Bergen Seaplane Base, Sandviken
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 14h 30m 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 Bergen Seaplane Base, Sandviken
Bergen Airport, Sandviken is a water airport and heliport situated in the Sandviken neighborhood of Bergen, Norway. The aerodrome is located on the artificial peninsula of Kristiansholm. It is currently serving seaplanes and helicopters operated by Fonnafly aimed at air taxi services at cruise ship tourists. The airport is owned by Bergen Municipality through Bergen Port Authority and is part of the Bergen Port. Operations are carried out by Fonnafly.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(9)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FLESLAND TMA | Class C | TMA | 2000 ft MSL | FL175 |
| POLARIS CTA | Class C | CTA | FL195 | FL660 |
| POLARIS CTA 8 | Class C | CTA | FL085 | FL660 |
| POLARIS CTA 30 | Class C | CTA | FL175 | FL660 |
| POLARIS CTA 7 | Class C | Controlled | FL095 | FL660 |
| FLESLAND TMA | Class C | TMA | 3500 ft MSL | FL175 |
| FLESLAND TMA | Class C | TMA | 2000 ft MSL | FL175 |
| FLESLAND CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
| POLARIS ACC STAVANGER | Special use | Type 27 | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Norway airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| SANDVIKEN | 0.7 nm | 271° | Compulsory |
| PARADIS | 4.1 nm | 168° | Compulsory |
| KOKSTAD | 6.6 nm | 194° | On request |
| NESET | 7 nm | 212° | On request |
| BILDOY | 7.3 nm | 243° | On request |
| BEVER | 7.4 nm | 221° | On request |
| NAPP | 7.9 nm | 267° | On request |
| SLETTEN | 8.2 nm | 206° | On request |
| KALAND | 8.4 nm | 169° | Compulsory |
| YELTO | 9.2 nm | 293° | Compulsory |
Named VFR reporting points within ~20 nm; distance and bearing are from the airport reference point. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — check the current VAC/AIP for procedures and whether a report is required.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rundemanen | 364 ft | 1,795 ft | — |
| Salhus bru | 322 ft | 0 ft | — |
| Salhus bru | 322 ft | 20 ft | — |
| Hagelsund bru 2 | 249 ft | 0 ft | — |
| Bergen hovedsender | 236 ft | 1,900 ft | — |
| BIR avfallsenergi | 230 ft | 200 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Bergen Seaplane Base, Sandviken.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Bergen Seaplane Base, Sandviken located?
Bergen Seaplane Base, Sandviken is seaplane base located in Bergen, Norway.
What time zone is Bergen Seaplane Base, Sandviken in?
Bergen Seaplane Base, Sandviken is in the Europe/Oslo time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Bergen Seaplane Base, Sandviken?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Bergen Seaplane Base, Sandviken is approximately 2.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Bergen Seaplane Base, Sandviken?
The nearest airport to Bergen Seaplane Base, Sandviken is Bergen Airport, Flesland (BGO), about 7.5 nm to the ssw, followed by Os Vaksinen Ulven Airfield and Rompene Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Bergen Seaplane Base, Sandviken data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.