Alexandra Park Aerodrome
Daylight today(Oct 13, 2026, local time)
About 10h 47m 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 Alexandra Park Aerodrome
Alexandra Park Aerodrome was the second purpose-built aerodrome in the Manchester area in England. The site was chosen by the War Department in 1917 because of its open agricultural nature, and lay between the neighbouring districts of Fallowfield, Chorlton-cum-Hardy, Whalley Range, Withington and West Didsbury, at the junction of Princess Road and Mauldeth Road West, three miles south of Manchester's city centre: the land was owned by the Egerton Estate. The aerodrome's brief existence is commemorated on a plaque in the sports pavilion at Hough End Playing Fields, which now occupy part of the site. A commemorative plaque was unveiled on 7 July 2007 to mark the 90th anniversary of the aerodrome and is located in the grounds of No. 184 Squadron, Air Cadets, in Hough End Crescent.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MANCHESTER TMA 1 | Class A | TMA | 3500 ft MSL | FL245 |
| MANCHESTER CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | 3500 ft MSL |
| MANCHESTER CTA 5 | Class D | CTA | 2000 ft MSL | 3500 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| SALE WATERPARK | 1.9 nm | 264° | On request |
| IRLAM BRIDGE | 5.8 nm | 272° | On request |
| HILLTOP | 6.3 nm | 154° | On request |
| SWINTON INTERCHANGE | 6.5 nm | 323° | On request |
| HEATON INTERCHANGE | 6.8 nm | 357° | On request |
| ROSTHERNE | 6.9 nm | 224° | On request |
| ALDERLEY EDGE HILL | 8.6 nm | 171° | On request |
| HULTON | 9.3 nm | 310° | On request |
| THELWALL VIADUCT | 9.6 nm | 253° | On request |
| STRETTON | 11.3 nm | 241° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Tower | 659 ft | 72 ft | — |
| East Tower | 518 ft | 105 ft | — |
| West Tower | 459 ft | 89 ft | — |
| Anaconda Cut | 427 ft | 105 ft | — |
| North Tower | 400 ft | 72 ft | — |
| City Tower | 351 ft | 187 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 305 ft | 118 ft | — |
| No. 1 Spinningfields | 302 ft | 148 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Alexandra Park Aerodrome located?
Alexandra Park Aerodrome is closed located in Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 105 ft (32 m).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Alexandra Park Aerodrome data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.