Pignan Airfield
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 22m 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 Pignan Airfield
Pignan Airfield is a small airport in France. It sits at an elevation of 130 ft (40 m). It observes Europe/Paris local time. The nearest airport is Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport (MPL), about 9.3 nm to the e.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TMA MONTPELLIER 4 | Class D | TMA | 4500 ft MSL | FL115 |
| CTA MARSEILLE 7 | Class D | CTA | FL145 | FL195 |
| TMA MONTPELLIER 2 | Class D | TMA | 2000 ft MSL | FL145 |
| TMA MONTPELLIER 3 | Class D | TMA | 2500 ft MSL | FL145 |
| SIV MONTPELLIER 3 | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL115 |
| LF-R108E1 ISTRES | Special use | Restricted | FL045 | FL195 |
| FIR LFMM | Special use | FIR | GND | FL195 |
| LF-R108 E2 ISTRES | Special use | Restricted | FL065 | FL195 |
| SIV MARSEILLE SUD | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL195 |
| SIV MONTPELLIER 1 | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL115 |
| SIV MONTPELLIER 2 | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL115 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all France airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| WT | 2.3 nm | 129° | On request |
| W | 3.5 nm | 096° | Compulsory |
| WF | 4 nm | 005° | On request |
| HL | 6.3 nm | 080° | Compulsory |
| SW | 6.7 nm | 120° | Compulsory |
| SF | 6.8 nm | 155° | Compulsory |
| HP | 7.5 nm | 106° | Compulsory |
| HD | 8 nm | 086° | Compulsory |
| HB | 9.7 nm | 096° | Compulsory |
| MZ | 10.7 nm | 225° | Compulsory |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Émetteur Gendarmerie Nationale - Montpellier | 240 ft | 213 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 230 ft | 148 ft | — |
| Eolienne Villeveyrac 3 | — | 669 ft | — |
| Éolienne villeveyrac 1 | — | 663 ft | — |
| Éolienne Villeveyrac 5 | — | 735 ft | — |
| Éolienne Poussan 1 | — | 787 ft | — |
| Éolienne Aumelas 6 | — | 794 ft | — |
| Éolienne villeveyrac 2 | — | 659 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Pignan Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Pignan Airfield located?
Pignan Airfield is small airport located in France, at an elevation of 130 ft (40 m).
What time zone is Pignan Airfield in?
Pignan Airfield is in the Europe/Paris time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Pignan Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Pignan Airfield is approximately 2.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Pignan Airfield?
The nearest airport to Pignan Airfield is Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport (MPL), about 9.3 nm to the e, followed by Sète ULM Airfield and Saint Drézéry Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Pignan Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.