New York Skyports Inc Seaplane Base
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About New York Skyports Inc Seaplane Base
New York Skyports Inc. Seaplane base is a seaplane base in the East River VFR corridor in New York City, located at the foot of East 23rd Street between Waterside Plaza and Stuyvesant Cove Park. The seaplane base opened in 1939 and was later incorporated into the Skyport Marina that was completed in 1962. It is the only seaplane base in New York City.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S / N | 10,000 ft / 3,048 m | 1000 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NEW YORK CLASS B AREA F | Class B | Controlled | 1800 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| NEW YORK CLASS B AREA G | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| NEW YORK CLASS B AREA A | Class B | Controlled | GND | 7000 ft MSL |
| NEW YORK CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 1100 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| NEW YORK CLASS B AREA E | Class B | Controlled | 1500 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| NEW YORK CLASS B AREA K | Class B | Controlled | 1300 ft MSL | 7000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Park Tower | 1,549 ft | 230 ft | — |
| 111 West 57th Street | 1,437 ft | 154 ft | — |
| 432 Park Avenue | 1,398 ft | 335 ft | — |
| One World Trade Center | 1,368 ft | 33 ft | — |
| One Vanderbilt | 1,302 ft | 243 ft | — |
| 30 Hudson Yards | 1,296 ft | 49 ft | — |
| Bank of America Tower | 1,201 ft | 180 ft | — |
| 9 DeKalb Avenue | 1,066 ft | 108 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from New York Skyports Inc Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for New York Skyports Inc Seaplane Base?
New York Skyports Inc Seaplane Base uses the IATA code NYS.
Where is New York Skyports Inc Seaplane Base located?
New York Skyports Inc Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in New York, United States.
How many runways does New York Skyports Inc Seaplane Base have?
New York Skyports Inc Seaplane Base has 1 runway, the longest being 10,000 ft / 3,048 m.
What time zone is New York Skyports Inc Seaplane Base in?
New York Skyports Inc Seaplane Base is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at New York Skyports Inc Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at New York Skyports Inc Seaplane Base is approximately 12.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near New York Skyports Inc Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to New York Skyports Inc Seaplane Base is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), about 5.2 nm to the ene, followed by Teterboro Airport and Newark Liberty International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. New York Skyports Inc Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.