Insch Airstrip
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About 17h 5m 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 Insch Airstrip
Insch Airstrip is a small airport in Insch, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 500 ft (152 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 1,795 ft / 547 m. It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Pittodrie-House (GB-0958), about 5.2 nm to the e.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 / 31 | 1,795 ft / 547 m | — | Grass | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Safetycom | — | 135.475 MHz |
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TAY CTA 9 | Class A | CTA | FL115 | FL195 |
| ABERDEEN CTA 3 | Class D | CTA | 3000 ft MSL | FL115 |
| NSGA SCOTLAND | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | FL195 |
| TRAG SCOTLAND LOWER | Special use | Gliding sector | FL195 | FL240 |
| TRAG SCOTLAND UPPER | Special use | Gliding sector | FL240 | FL270 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United Kingdom airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 781 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 705 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 902 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 909 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,020 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,076 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 456 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 768 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Insch Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Insch Airstrip located?
Insch Airstrip is small airport located in Insch, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 500 ft (152 m).
How many runways does Insch Airstrip have?
Insch Airstrip has 1 runway, the longest being 1,795 ft / 547 m.
What time zone is Insch Airstrip in?
Insch Airstrip is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Insch Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Insch Airstrip is approximately 0.3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Insch Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Insch Airstrip is Pittodrie-House (GB-0958), about 5.2 nm to the e, followed by Old Meldrum and Whiterashes Farm Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Insch Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.