Castlereagh Lake Seaplane Base
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 16m 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 Castlereagh Lake Seaplane Base
Castlereagh Lake Seaplane Base is a seaplane base in Hatton, Sri Lanka (IATA NUF). It sits at an elevation of 3,580 ft (1,091 m). It observes Asia/Colombo local time. The nearest airport is Katukurunda Air Force Base (KTY), about 40.6 nm to the wsw.
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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COLOMBO FIR | Class A | Controlled | GND | FL460 |
| COLOMBO TERMINAL CONTROL AREA TMA | Class C | Controlled | FL010 | FL460 |
| KAT VOR R90-135 CTA | Class C | Controlled | FL100 | 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 | — | 3,875 ft | — |
| Telecom Tower | — | 4,144 ft | — |
| Telecom Tower | — | 2,969 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Castlereagh Lake Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Castlereagh Lake Seaplane Base?
Castlereagh Lake Seaplane Base uses the IATA code NUF.
Where is Castlereagh Lake Seaplane Base located?
Castlereagh Lake Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Hatton, Sri Lanka, at an elevation of 3,580 ft (1,091 m).
What time zone is Castlereagh Lake Seaplane Base in?
Castlereagh Lake Seaplane Base is in the Asia/Colombo time zone (UTC+05:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Castlereagh Lake Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Castlereagh Lake Seaplane Base is approximately 1.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Castlereagh Lake Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Castlereagh Lake Seaplane Base is Katukurunda Air Force Base (KTY), about 40.6 nm to the wsw, followed by Colombo Ratmalana International Airport and Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Castlereagh Lake Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.