Ketchikan Harbor Seaplane Base
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
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About Ketchikan Harbor Seaplane Base
Ketchikan Harbor Seaplane Base is a privately owned, public use seaplane base located at the harbor of Ketchikan, a city in the Ketchikan Gateway Borough of the U.S. state of Alaska. It is located near the Ketchikan International Airport, which also has its own seaplane landing area. Prior to the opening of the Ketchikan International Airport in 1973, scheduled passenger seaplane service was operated with amphibian aircraft between the seaplane base and the Annette Island Airport located approximately 20 miles south, as this land plane airfield previously served as the primary airport for Ketchikan, with scheduled airline flights being operated by Pan American World Airways, Pacific Northern Airlines and Western Airlines into Annette Island over the years.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E / W | 3,893 ft / 1,187 m | 1000 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KETCHIKAN CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 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 Ketchikan Harbor Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Ketchikan Harbor Seaplane Base?
Ketchikan Harbor Seaplane Base uses the IATA code WFB.
Where is Ketchikan Harbor Seaplane Base located?
Ketchikan Harbor Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Ketchikan, United States.
How many runways does Ketchikan Harbor Seaplane Base have?
Ketchikan Harbor Seaplane Base has 1 runway, the longest being 3,893 ft / 1,187 m.
What time zone is Ketchikan Harbor Seaplane Base in?
Ketchikan Harbor Seaplane Base is in the America/Sitka time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Ketchikan Harbor Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Ketchikan Harbor Seaplane Base is approximately 17.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Ketchikan Harbor Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Ketchikan Harbor Seaplane Base is Ketchikan International Airport (KTN), about 1.3 nm to the wnw, followed by Annette Island Airport and Tyee Hydro Facility Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Ketchikan Harbor Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.