Trincomalee Harbor Waterdrome
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 12h 35m 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 Trincomalee Harbor Waterdrome
Trincomalee Harbor Waterdrome is a seaplane base in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka (IATA THW). It sits at an elevation of 0 ft (0 m). It observes Asia/Colombo local time. The nearest airport is China Bay Airport (TRR), about 2.6 nm to the wsw.
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(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COLOMBO FIR | Class A | Controlled | GND | FL460 |
| COLOMBO TERMINAL CONTROL AREA TMA | Class C | Controlled | FL010 | FL460 |
| CHINA-BAY CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | FL035 |
| VCR12 RESTRICTED | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL150 |
| VCR17 RESTRICTED | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL150 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 52 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Trincomalee Harbor Waterdrome.
Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Trincomalee Harbor Waterdrome?
Trincomalee Harbor Waterdrome uses the IATA code THW.
Where is Trincomalee Harbor Waterdrome located?
Trincomalee Harbor Waterdrome is seaplane base located in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka, at an elevation of 0 ft (0 m).
What time zone is Trincomalee Harbor Waterdrome in?
Trincomalee Harbor Waterdrome is in the Asia/Colombo time zone (UTC+05:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Trincomalee Harbor Waterdrome?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Trincomalee Harbor Waterdrome is approximately 1.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Trincomalee Harbor Waterdrome?
The nearest airport to Trincomalee Harbor Waterdrome is China Bay Airport (TRR), about 2.6 nm to the wsw, followed by Hingurakgoda Air Force Base and Vavuniya Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Trincomalee Harbor Waterdrome data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.