Otherton Airfield
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 48m 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 Otherton Airfield
Otherton Airfield is a small airport in Stafford, Staffordshire, United Kingdom. It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Valley Farm Airstrip (GB-0771), about 3.4 nm to the nnw.
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(7)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAVENTRY CTA 20 | Class A | CTA | FL085 | FL195 |
| DAVENTRY CTA 19 | Class A | CTA | FL145 | FL195 |
| DAVENTRY CTA 9 | Class A | CTA | 4500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| DAVENTRY CTA 8 | Class A | CTA | 5500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| BIRMINGHAM CTA 3 | Class D | CTA | 3500 ft MSL | 4500 ft MSL |
| OTHERTON | Special use | Activity area | GND | 2340 ft MSL |
| NSGA WALES | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| M6 HILTON PARK | 4.2 nm | 162° | On request |
| LICHFIELD RAILWAY JUNCTION | 10.8 nm | 097° | On request |
| ABEAM | 13.4 nm | 206° | On request |
| M42 JUNCTION 10 | 17.6 nm | 111° | On request |
| FRANKLEY RESERVOIRS | 17.7 nm | 169° | On request |
| CHURCH BROUGHTON | 17.8 nm | 053° | On request |
| M42 JUNCTION 11 MEASHAM | 19.8 nm | 093° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sutton Coldfield Transmitter | 889 ft | 538 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 318 ft | 755 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 489 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 302 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 302 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 200 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 269 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 348 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Otherton Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Otherton Airfield located?
Otherton Airfield is small airport located in Stafford, Staffordshire, United Kingdom.
What time zone is Otherton Airfield in?
Otherton Airfield is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Otherton Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Otherton 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 Otherton Airfield?
The nearest airport to Otherton Airfield is Valley Farm Airstrip (GB-0771), about 3.4 nm to the nnw, followed by Mitton Airstrip and Seighford Glider Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Otherton Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.