Grangewood Airstrip
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 40m 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 Grangewood Airstrip
Grangewood Airstrip is a small airport in Swadlincote, Derbyshire, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 374 ft (114 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Cottage Farm Airstrip (GB-0034), about 4.4 nm to the sse.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAVENTRY CTA 9 | Class A | CTA | 4500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| DAVENTRY CTA 3 | Class A | CTA | 5500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| EAST MIDLANDS CTA 13 | Class D | CTA | 2500 ft MSL | 4500 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| M42 JUNCTION 11 MEASHAM | 2.9 nm | 154° | On request |
| M42 JUNCTION 10 | 8.1 nm | 196° | On request |
| LICHFIELD RAILWAY JUNCTION | 8.3 nm | 251° | On request |
| CHURCH BROUGHTON | 10.1 nm | 336° | On request |
| M! JUNCTION 22 MARKFIELD | 10.8 nm | 102° | On request |
| NUNEATON | 11.2 nm | 154° | On request |
| M6 JUNCTION 3 | 16.5 nm | 169° | On request |
| TROWELL | 17.9 nm | 040° | On request |
| M6 HILTON PARK | 18 nm | 253° | On request |
| FRANKLEY RESERVOIRS | 24.2 nm | 219° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lichfield Transmitting Station | 1,001 ft | 469 ft | — |
| Sutton Coldfield Transmitter | 889 ft | 538 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 269 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 203 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 233 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 272 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 338 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 256 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Grangewood Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Grangewood Airstrip located?
Grangewood Airstrip is small airport located in Swadlincote, Derbyshire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 374 ft (114 m).
What time zone is Grangewood Airstrip in?
Grangewood Airstrip is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Grangewood Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Grangewood Airstrip is approximately 0.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Grangewood Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Grangewood Airstrip is Cottage Farm Airstrip (GB-0034), about 4.4 nm to the sse, followed by Roddige Airfield and Fisherwick Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Grangewood Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.