Melrose Farm Airstrip
Daylight today(Oct 14, 2026, local time)
About 10h 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 Melrose Farm Airstrip
Melrose Farm Airstrip is a small airport in York, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 36 ft (11 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Pocklington Airfield (GB-0391), about 3.8 nm to the nne.
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(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NSGA YORKSHIRE | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | FL195 |
| TRAG YORKSHIRE LOWER | Special use | Gliding sector | FL195 | FL240 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| NABURN MARINA | 9.2 nm | 286° | On request |
| GOOLE DOCKS | 10.4 nm | 188° | On request |
| BISHOP WOOD | 11.9 nm | 253° | On request |
| TADCASTER JUNCTION | 14.1 nm | 276° | On request |
| NORTH TWR HUMBER BRIDGE | 16.6 nm | 124° | On request |
| M18 STAINFORTH SERVICES | 17.5 nm | 198° | On request |
| M1/A1 JUNCTION | 18.1 nm | 260° | On request |
| ELSHAM WOLDS | 21.3 nm | 137° | On request |
| BRIGG | 22.7 nm | 146° | 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 | 374 ft | 56 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 374 ft | 236 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 374 ft | 72 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 374 ft | 184 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 374 ft | 46 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 374 ft | 200 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 374 ft | 141 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 374 ft | 207 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Melrose Farm Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Melrose Farm Airstrip located?
Melrose Farm Airstrip is small airport located in York, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 36 ft (11 m).
What time zone is Melrose Farm Airstrip in?
Melrose Farm Airstrip is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Melrose Farm Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Melrose Farm Airstrip is approximately 0.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Melrose Farm Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Melrose Farm Airstrip is Pocklington Airfield (GB-0391), about 3.8 nm to the nne, followed by Breighton Airfield and Redmoor Farm Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Melrose Farm Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.