Coastal Seaplanes Downtown Seaplane Base
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About Coastal Seaplanes Downtown Seaplane Base
Coastal Seaplanes Downtown Seaplane Base is a seaplane base in Portsmouth, United States. It sits at an elevation of 0 ft (0 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 3,363 ft / 1,025 m. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Norfolk Naval Station (Chambers Field) (NGU), about 5.5 nm to the n.
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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13W / 31W | 3,363 ft / 1,025 m | 300 ft | Wat | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORFOLK INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 1200 ft MSL | 4000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ICON Luxury Apartments | 315 ft | 92 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 13 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 20 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Coastal Seaplanes Downtown Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Coastal Seaplanes Downtown Seaplane Base located?
Coastal Seaplanes Downtown Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Portsmouth, United States, at an elevation of 0 ft (0 m).
How many runways does Coastal Seaplanes Downtown Seaplane Base have?
Coastal Seaplanes Downtown Seaplane Base has 1 runway, the longest being 3,363 ft / 1,025 m.
What time zone is Coastal Seaplanes Downtown Seaplane Base in?
Coastal Seaplanes Downtown Seaplane Base is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Coastal Seaplanes Downtown Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Coastal Seaplanes Downtown Seaplane Base is approximately 10.8° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Coastal Seaplanes Downtown Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Coastal Seaplanes Downtown Seaplane Base is Norfolk Naval Station (Chambers Field) (NGU), about 5.5 nm to the n, followed by Norfolk International Airport and Hampton Roads Executive Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Coastal Seaplanes Downtown Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.