Chirk Airfield
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 16h 19m 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 Chirk Airfield
Chirk Airfield is a small airport in Wrexham, United Kingdom. It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is The Plassey Airstrip (GB-0951), about 4.4 nm to the ne.
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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PEPZE CTA 4 | Class A | CTA | FL065 | FL195 |
| PEPZE CTA 3 | Class A | CTA | 4500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| NSGA WALES | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | FL195 |
| CHIRK | Special use | Activity area | GND | 2430 ft MSL |
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 | — | 348 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 308 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 233 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 289 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 341 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 820 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Chirk Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Chirk Airfield located?
Chirk Airfield is small airport located in Wrexham, United Kingdom.
What time zone is Chirk Airfield in?
Chirk Airfield is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Chirk Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Chirk Airfield is approximately 0°, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Chirk Airfield?
The nearest airport to Chirk Airfield is The Plassey Airstrip (GB-0951), about 4.4 nm to the ne, followed by Trench Farm Airstrip and North Wales Gliding Club.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Chirk Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.