Gulf of Mexico Seaplane Base
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 12h 38m 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 Gulf of Mexico Seaplane Base
Gulf of Mexico Seaplane Base is a seaplane base in Key West, United States. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Key West International Airport (EYW), about 1.5 nm to the ssw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
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(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KEY WEST CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| KEY WEST NAS CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Gulf of Mexico Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Gulf of Mexico Seaplane Base located?
Gulf of Mexico Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Key West, United States.
What time zone is Gulf of Mexico Seaplane Base in?
Gulf of Mexico Seaplane Base is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Gulf of Mexico Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Gulf of Mexico Seaplane Base is approximately 6.3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Gulf of Mexico Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Gulf of Mexico Seaplane Base is Key West International Airport (EYW), about 1.5 nm to the ssw, followed by Naval Air Station Key West/Boca Chica Field and Sugar Loaf Shores Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Gulf of Mexico Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.