Peterlee Airfield
Daylight today(Oct 14, 2026, local time)
About 10h 39m 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 Peterlee Airfield
Peterlee Airfield is a small airport in Durham, County Durham, United Kingdom. It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Greenhills Farm Airstrip (GB-0728), about 1.3 nm to the ssw.
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(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YORKSHIRE CTA 10 | Class A | CTA | FL125 | FL195 |
| NSGA YORKSHIRE | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | FL195 |
| EGD514 COMBAT AIRSPACE | Special use | Danger | FL085 | FL660 |
| PETERLEE | Special use | Activity area | GND | FL150 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| DURHAM | 6.7 nm | 274° | On request |
| HARDWICK HALL | 7.2 nm | 204° | On request |
| HARTLEPOOL MARINA | 7.8 nm | 126° | On request |
| SUNDERLAND HARBOUR | 9.1 nm | 006° | On request |
| TYNE BRIDGES | 14.3 nm | 328° | On request |
| REDCAR RACE COURSE | 14.7 nm | 131° | On request |
| BLAYDON | 16.1 nm | 319° | On request |
| A1 JUNCTION A66 | 18.1 nm | 208° | On request |
| STOKESLEY | 19 nm | 160° | On request |
| OUSTON | 23 nm | 313° | 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 | 427 ft | 144 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 427 ft | 135 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 427 ft | 161 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 427 ft | 135 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 128 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 98 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 102 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 256 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Peterlee Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Peterlee Airfield located?
Peterlee Airfield is small airport located in Durham, County Durham, United Kingdom.
What time zone is Peterlee Airfield in?
Peterlee Airfield is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Peterlee Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Peterlee Airfield is approximately 0.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Peterlee Airfield?
The nearest airport to Peterlee Airfield is Greenhills Farm Airstrip (GB-0728), about 1.3 nm to the ssw, followed by Fishburn Airfield and High Flats Farm Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Peterlee Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.