Bamfield Seaplane Base
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 15h 46m 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 Bamfield Seaplane Base
This is a list of airports in British Columbia. It includes all Nav Canada certified and registered water and land airports, aerodromes and heliports in the Canadian province of British Columbia. Airport names in italics are part of the National Airports System.
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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(9)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T609 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| WILLIAMS LAKE, BC CAE | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| TOFINO, BC CAE | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| V300 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| T609 AIRWAY | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| V300 AIRWAY | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| WILLIAMS LAKE, BC CAE | Class E | Controlled | 6000 ft MSL | 12500 ft MSL |
| SOUTH VANCOUVER ISLAND, BC CAE | Class E | Controlled | 1600 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| TOFINO, BC CAE | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Canada airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Bamfield Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Bamfield Seaplane Base?
Bamfield Seaplane Base uses the IATA code YBF.
Where is Bamfield Seaplane Base located?
Bamfield Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Bamfield, Canada.
What time zone is Bamfield Seaplane Base in?
Bamfield Seaplane Base is in the America/Vancouver time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Bamfield Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Bamfield Seaplane Base is approximately 15.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Bamfield Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Bamfield Seaplane Base is Bamfield Airstrip (CA-0582), about 1.2 nm to the se, followed by Tofino / Long Beach Airport and Alberni Valley Regional Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Bamfield Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.