Challock Airfield
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 35m 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 Challock Airfield
Challock Airfield is a small airport in Ashford, Kent, United Kingdom (ICAO EGKE). It sits at an elevation of 600 ft (183 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Fridd Farm Airstrip (GB-0749), about 4.8 nm to the sw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
EGKENOTAMs
EGKEReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
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(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LONDON TMA 3 | Class A | TMA | 3500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LONDON TMA 8 | Class A | TMA | 5500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| CHALLOCK | Special use | Activity area | GND | 2600 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United Kingdom airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| WHISTABLE HARBOUR | 11.9 nm | 038° | On request |
| SHEERNESS DOCKS | 14.7 nm | 348° | On request |
| SOUTHEND PIER | 18.8 nm | 348° | On request |
| LONDON GATEWAY PORT | 21.6 nm | 326° | On request |
Named VFR reporting points within ~20 nm; distance and bearing are from the airport reference point. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — check the current VAC/AIP for procedures and whether a report is required.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 515 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 285 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 354 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Challock Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Challock Airfield?
The ICAO code for Challock Airfield is EGKE.
Where is Challock Airfield located?
Challock Airfield is small airport located in Ashford, Kent, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 600 ft (183 m).
What time zone is Challock Airfield in?
Challock Airfield is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Challock Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Challock Airfield is approximately 1.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Challock Airfield?
The nearest airport to Challock Airfield is Fridd Farm Airstrip (GB-0749), about 4.8 nm to the sw, followed by Egerton Airfield and Frinsted Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Challock Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.