Merrimack Valley Seaplane Base
Daylight today(Sep 5, 2026, local time)
About 13h 3m 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 Merrimack Valley Seaplane Base
Merrimack Valley Seaplane Base is a privately owned, public-use seaplane base located three miles (5 km) west of the central business district of Methuen, a city in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States.
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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(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LAWRENCE CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2600 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 499 ft | 499 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 469 ft | 446 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 322 ft | 486 ft | — |
| WUML-FM | 305 ft | 121 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 374 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Merrimack Valley Seaplane Base located?
Merrimack Valley Seaplane Base is closed located in Methuen, United States, at an elevation of 50 ft (15 m).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Merrimack Valley Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.