Great Oakley Airfield
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 37m 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 Great Oakley Airfield
Great Oakley Airfield is a small airport in Harwich, Essex, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 75 ft (23 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Wolves Hall Airstrip (GB-0897), about 2.6 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.
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | new! 8,33 ! | 123.205 MHz |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LONDON TMA 8 | Class A | TMA | 5500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| GREAT OAKLEY | Special use | Activity area | GND | 2060 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOUTHMINSTER LAKES | 20.1 nm | 221° | On request |
| NORTHEY ISLAND | 20.5 nm | 236° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manningtree Transmitter | 505 ft | 112 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 52 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 108 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 69 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 43 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 121 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 69 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 59 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Great Oakley Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Great Oakley Airfield located?
Great Oakley Airfield is small airport located in Harwich, Essex, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 75 ft (23 m).
What time zone is Great Oakley Airfield in?
Great Oakley Airfield is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Great Oakley Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Great Oakley 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 Great Oakley Airfield?
The nearest airport to Great Oakley Airfield is Wolves Hall Airstrip (GB-0897), about 2.6 nm to the sw, followed by Horsey Island Airfield and Lodge Farm Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Great Oakley Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.