Wellsburg Seaplane Base
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About Wellsburg Seaplane Base
Wellsburg Seaplane Base is a seaplane base in Wellsburg, United States. It sits at an elevation of 644 ft (196 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 5,000 ft / 1,524 m. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Wheeling Ohio County Airport (HLG), about 5.7 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.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 5,000 ft / 1,524 m | 500 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PITTSBURGH CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 8000 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 Wellsburg Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Wellsburg Seaplane Base located?
Wellsburg Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Wellsburg, United States, at an elevation of 644 ft (196 m).
How many runways does Wellsburg Seaplane Base have?
Wellsburg Seaplane Base has 1 runway, the longest being 5,000 ft / 1,524 m.
What time zone is Wellsburg Seaplane Base in?
Wellsburg Seaplane Base is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Wellsburg Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Wellsburg Seaplane Base is approximately 8.8° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Wellsburg Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Wellsburg Seaplane Base is Wheeling Ohio County Airport (HLG), about 5.7 nm to the ssw, followed by Jefferson County Airpark and Narrigan Grass Strip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Wellsburg Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.