Ranston Farm Airstrip
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About Ranston Farm Airstrip
Ranston Farm Airstrip is a small airport in Blandford Forum, Dorset, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 479 ft (146 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Compton Abbas Aerodrome (EGHA), about 3.3 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(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PORTSMOUTH CTA 9 | Class A | CTA | FL135 | FL195 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| TARRANT RUSHTON | 5.6 nm | 134° | On request |
| SANDBANKS | 16.6 nm | 147° | On request |
| HENGISTBURY HEAD | 20.5 nm | 126° | On request |
| WELLS MAST | 25.5 nm | 319° | 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 | — | 282 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 262 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 495 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 643 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 489 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 276 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 154 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 253 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Ranston Farm Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Ranston Farm Airstrip located?
Ranston Farm Airstrip is small airport located in Blandford Forum, Dorset, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 479 ft (146 m).
What time zone is Ranston Farm Airstrip in?
Ranston Farm Airstrip is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Ranston Farm Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Ranston Farm Airstrip is approximately 0.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Ranston Farm Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Ranston Farm Airstrip is Compton Abbas Aerodrome (EGHA), about 3.3 nm to the nne, followed by Great House Farm Airstrip and Bowerswaine Farm Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Ranston Farm Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.