Caunton Airfield
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 42m 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 Caunton Airfield
Caunton Airfield is a small airport in Newark, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 161 ft (49 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Rectory Farm Airfield (GB-0544), about 2.5 nm to the se.
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(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAVENTRY CTA 12 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | FL195 |
| NSGA DERBYSHIRE | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | FL195 |
| CAUNTON | Special use | Activity area | GND | 2160 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| THORSBY LAKE | 8.8 nm | 318° | On request |
| BOTTESFORD | 10.1 nm | 156° | On request |
| A1/A57 CLUMBER INTERCHANGE | 11.8 nm | 335° | On request |
| DANESHILL LAKES | 14.6 nm | 354° | On request |
| TROWELL | 16.4 nm | 235° | On request |
| GAINSBOROUGH | 17.1 nm | 015° | On request |
| M1/M18 THURCROFT | 21.5 nm | 320° | 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 | — | 13 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 246 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 46 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 43 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 33 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 289 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 404 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 164 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Caunton Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Caunton Airfield located?
Caunton Airfield is small airport located in Newark, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 161 ft (49 m).
What time zone is Caunton Airfield in?
Caunton Airfield is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Caunton Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Caunton Airfield is approximately 0.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Caunton Airfield?
The nearest airport to Caunton Airfield is Rectory Farm Airfield (GB-0544), about 2.5 nm to the se, followed by Grange Farm Private Airstrip and Bankwood Farm Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Caunton Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.