Refuge Cove Seaplane Base
Daylight today(Aug 31, 2026, local time)
About 13h 34m 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 Refuge Cove Seaplane Base
Refuge Cove Seaplane Base is a seaplane base in Desolation Sound, Canada (IATA YRC). It sits at an elevation of 0 ft (0 m). It observes America/Vancouver local time. The nearest airport is Cortes Island (Hansen Airfield) Airport (CCI9), about 8.2 nm to the sw.
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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(11)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T719 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| WILLIAMS LAKE, BC CAE | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| COMOX, BC TCA | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | FL230 |
| COMOX, BC TCA | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | FL230 |
| T610 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| T610 AIRWAY | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| T719 AIRWAY | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| COMOX, BC TCA | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| COMOX, BC TCA | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft GND | FL230 |
| WILLIAMS LAKE, BC CAE | Class E | Controlled | 6000 ft MSL | 12500 ft MSL |
| COMOX, BC TCA | 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 Refuge Cove Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Refuge Cove Seaplane Base?
Refuge Cove Seaplane Base uses the IATA code YRC.
Where is Refuge Cove Seaplane Base located?
Refuge Cove Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Desolation Sound, Canada, at an elevation of 0 ft (0 m).
What time zone is Refuge Cove Seaplane Base in?
Refuge Cove Seaplane Base is in the America/Vancouver time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Refuge Cove Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Refuge Cove Seaplane Base is approximately 15.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Refuge Cove Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Refuge Cove Seaplane Base is Cortes Island (Hansen Airfield) Airport (CCI9), about 8.2 nm to the sw, followed by Campbell River Airport and Stuart Island Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Refuge Cove Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.