Essex Skypark Airport
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 14h 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 Essex Skypark Airport
Essex Skypark is a publicly owned general aviation airport and seaplane base located in Baltimore County, Maryland, United States, on the Back River Neck Peninsula off the Chesapeake Bay. It is approximately three miles southeast of Baltimore, Maryland and just south of Martin State Airport.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16W / 34W | 3,000 ft / 914 m | 300 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
| 16 / 34 | 2,081 ft / 634 m | 30 ft | Asph-e | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WASHINGTON-TRI AREA CLASS B AREA B | Class B | Controlled | 1500 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON-TRI AREA CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON-TRI AREA CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 3500 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| BALTIMORE CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| BALTIMORE CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
| WASHINGTON DC SFRA ADIZ | Special use | Restricted | GND | 17999 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| WBFF-DT (Baltimore) | 1,260 ft | 256 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 896 ft | 302 ft | — |
| Transamerica | 528 ft | 39 ft | — |
| W3VPR 147.075 Repeater | 420 ft | 85 ft | — |
| World Trade Center | 407 ft | 16 ft | — |
| Two Charles Center | 384 ft | 85 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 371 ft | 92 ft | — |
| Canton Tower | 361 ft | 39 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Essex Skypark Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Essex Skypark Airport located?
Essex Skypark Airport is small airport located in Baltimore, United States, at an elevation of 15 ft (5 m).
How many runways does Essex Skypark Airport have?
Essex Skypark Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 3,000 ft / 914 m.
What time zone is Essex Skypark Airport in?
Essex Skypark Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Essex Skypark Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Essex Skypark Airport is approximately 11.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Essex Skypark Airport?
The nearest airport to Essex Skypark Airport is Martin State Airport (MTN), about 3.9 nm to the nne, followed by Mountain Road Airport and Weide (Aberdeen Proving Ground) Army Heliport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Essex Skypark Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.