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8WI7SEAPLANE BASE

FLYING FLOATS BASE

THREE LAKES, Wisconsin

VFRUpdated 2h ago1,628 ft MSL

2

Runways

0

Frequencies

0

Procedures

0

NOTAMs

Quick Facts

FAA

8WI7

Elevation

1,628 ft MSL

Runways

2

Frequencies

0

Tower

No

Fuel

N/A

Coordinates

45.865, -89.144

Airport Information

Facility Type

SEAPLANE BASE

Elevation

1,628 ft MSL

Control Tower

No

Fuel Types

None listed

ARTCC

MINNEAPOLIS

Coordinates

45.8646, -89.1440

Ownership

Private

Current Weather

METAR KEGV 131835Z AUTO 34011G16KT 10SM BKN048 OVC060 12/M01 A3005 RMK AO2 T01171012

Flight Category

VFR

Wind

340° at 11 kt G16

Visibility

10+ SM

Temperature

11.7°C

Dewpoint

-1.2°C

Altimeter

1017.70 inHg

Cloud Cover

OVC

Nearest weather from KEGV (8 NM away)

Observed 2026-05-13 18:35Z

Runways

IDLengthWidthSurfaceLights
04W/22W4,336 ft1000 ftWATER-
16W/34W6,157 ft1000 ftWATER-

Active NOTAMs

No active NOTAMs for 8WI7.

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8WI7 Operational Overview

Location & Facility

FLYING FLOATS BASE (8WI7) is a privately owned seaplane base restricted to private use located in THREE LAKES, Wisconsin, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 1,628 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 45.8646°N, 89.1440°W.

Runways

FLYING FLOATS BASE has 2 runways. The longest runway (04W/22W) measures 4,336 feet by 1000 feet with a water surface. Other runways include 16W/34W (6,157 ft, WATER).

Communications & Operations

FLYING FLOATS BASE is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.

Current Conditions

The current flight category at FLYING FLOATS BASE is VFR (Visual Flight Rules — good flying conditions). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 8WI7?

8WI7 is the ICAO identifier for FLYING FLOATS BASE, a public-use airport located in THREE LAKES, Wisconsin, United States.

How many runways does FLYING FLOATS BASE have?

FLYING FLOATS BASE (8WI7) has 2 runways. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.

What is the elevation of 8WI7?

The field elevation of FLYING FLOATS BASE is 1,628 feet above mean sea level (MSL).

Is fuel available at 8WI7?

No fuel types are currently listed for FLYING FLOATS BASE. Contact the FBO directly for availability.

What are the current weather conditions at 8WI7?

The current flight category at FLYING FLOATS BASE is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.

Are there active NOTAMs at 8WI7?

There are currently no active NOTAMs for FLYING FLOATS BASE.

How do I access complete data for 8WI7?

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Where is FLYING FLOATS BASE located?

FLYING FLOATS BASE (8WI7) is located in THREE LAKES, Wisconsin, United States, at an elevation of 1,628 ft MSL.

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Source: FAA faa-nasr· AIRAC 28-day cycle· Updated May 12, 03:50 PM UTC
Source: FAA noaa-awc-metar· Updated May 13, 06:35 PM UTC