Essex Police Heliport
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About Essex Police Heliport
Essex Police Heliport is a heliport in Chelmsford, Essex, United Kingdom. It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Retreat Farm Airstrip (GB-0797), about 3.5 nm to the se.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LONDON TMA 1 | Class A | TMA | 2500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LONDON TMA 3 | Class A | TMA | 3500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LONDON TMA 8 | Class A | TMA | 5500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LONDON STANSTED CTA 3 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHELMSFORD | 3.4 nm | 212° | On request |
| BRAINTREE | 5.9 nm | 012° | On request |
| BERNERS LAKE | 8.2 nm | 263° | On request |
| NORTHEY ISLAND | 8.3 nm | 115° | On request |
| SOUTH WOODHAM | 8.7 nm | 160° | On request |
| CANFIELD A120/B1256 | 9.1 nm | 306° | On request |
| BILLERICAY LAKE | 9.7 nm | 204° | On request |
| CHIPPING ONGAR A414/B184 | 11.1 nm | 248° | On request |
| DIAMOND HANGAR | 12.1 nm | 299° | On request |
| SPRIGGS SOLAR FARM | 12.5 nm | 333° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Garrett Transmitter | 295 ft | 269 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 98 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 203 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Essex Police Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Essex Police Heliport located?
Essex Police Heliport is heliport located in Chelmsford, Essex, United Kingdom.
What time zone is Essex Police Heliport in?
Essex Police Heliport is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Essex Police Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Essex Police Heliport is approximately 1.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Essex Police Heliport?
The nearest airport to Essex Police Heliport is Retreat Farm Airstrip (GB-0797), about 3.5 nm to the se, followed by Rayne Hall Farm Airstrip and High Easter Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Essex Police Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.