Silva Bay Seaplane Base
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 15h 47m 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 Silva Bay Seaplane Base
Silva Bay Seaplane Base is a seaplane base in Gabriola Island, Canada (IATA SYF). It has scheduled commercial service and observes America/Vancouver local time. The nearest airport is Nanaimo Airport (YCD), about 8.9 nm to the sw.
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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(14)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V342 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| V317 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| T719 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| V347 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| STRAIT OF GEORGIA, BC TA XPNDR MANDTRY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| V23 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| VANCOUVER, BC TA | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| A16 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| T618 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| T609 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| A1 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| VANCOUVER, BC TCA | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| V440 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| V330 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Canada airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Silva Bay Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Silva Bay Seaplane Base?
Silva Bay Seaplane Base uses the IATA code SYF.
Where is Silva Bay Seaplane Base located?
Silva Bay Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Gabriola Island, Canada.
What time zone is Silva Bay Seaplane Base in?
Silva Bay Seaplane Base is in the America/Vancouver time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Silva Bay Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Silva Bay Seaplane Base is approximately 15.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Silva Bay Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Silva Bay Seaplane Base is Nanaimo Airport (YCD), about 8.9 nm to the sw, followed by Sechelt-Gibsons Airport and Long Harbour Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Silva Bay Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.