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Seaplane base

Port Walter Seaplane Base

IATA PWRICAO PWR🇺🇸 Port Walter
Coordinates
56.3810°N, 134.6510°W
Type
Seaplane base
Region
US-AK
Time zone
Sitka(UTC-08:00)
Magnetic variation
17.3° E

Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)

Civil dawn
03:37
Sunrise
04:33
Sunset
21:37
Civil dusk
22:34

About 17h 4m 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 Port Walter Seaplane Base

Port Walter Seaplane Base is a seaplane base in Port Walter, United States (IATA PWR). It has 1 runway, the longest 3,000 ft / 914 m. It observes America/Sitka local time. The nearest airport is Kake Airport (PAFE), about 42.6 nm to the ne.

Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.

Map

Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.

Runways (1)

RunwayLengthWidthSurfaceLightingStatus
NE / SW3,000 ft / 914 m400 ftWaterUnlitOpen

Nearby airports

Great-circle distance and true bearing from Port Walter Seaplane Base.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the airport code for Port Walter Seaplane Base?

Port Walter Seaplane Base uses the IATA code PWR.

Where is Port Walter Seaplane Base located?

Port Walter Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Port Walter, United States.

How many runways does Port Walter Seaplane Base have?

Port Walter Seaplane Base has 1 runway, the longest being 3,000 ft / 914 m.

What time zone is Port Walter Seaplane Base in?

Port Walter Seaplane Base is in the America/Sitka time zone (UTC-08:00).

What is the magnetic variation at Port Walter Seaplane Base?

The magnetic variation (declination) at Port Walter Seaplane Base is approximately 17.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.

What airports are near Port Walter Seaplane Base?

The nearest airport to Port Walter Seaplane Base is Kake Airport (PAFE), about 42.6 nm to the ne, followed by Sitka Rocky Gutierrez Airport and Klawock Airport.

Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?

No. Port Walter Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.