Benington Airfield
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 37m 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 Benington Airfield
Benington Airfield is a small airport in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom. It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Cottered Airstrip (GB-0364), about 4 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(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LONDON TMA 3 | Class A | TMA | 3500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LONDON TMA 8 | Class A | TMA | 5500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LONDON LUTON CTA 1 | Class D | CTA | 2500 ft MSL | 3500 ft MSL |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| PUCKERIDGE A10/A120 | 4.7 nm | 089° | On request |
| WARE | 5.6 nm | 140° | On request |
| KIMPTON HALL | 6.8 nm | 251° | On request |
| A1JUNCTION 4 | 7.3 nm | 211° | On request |
| OFFLEY | 8.6 nm | 291° | On request |
| HYDE | 9.3 nm | 256° | On request |
| NUTHAMPSTEAD | 9.4 nm | 047° | On request |
| PIRTON | 9.4 nm | 305° | On request |
| HAZELEND WOOD | 10.9 nm | 086° | On request |
| M1 JUNCTION 9 | 11.6 nm | 251° | 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 | — | 279 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 203 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 220 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 220 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 220 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 394 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 299 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 285 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Benington Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Benington Airfield located?
Benington Airfield is small airport located in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom.
What time zone is Benington Airfield in?
Benington Airfield is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Benington Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Benington Airfield is approximately 1.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Benington Airfield?
The nearest airport to Benington Airfield is Cottered Airstrip (GB-0364), about 4 nm to the nne, followed by Graveley Airstrip and Rush Green Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Benington Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.