Barling Airfield
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 36m 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 Barling Airfield
Barling Airfield is a small airport in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 10 ft (3 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is London Southend Airport (SEN), about 3.8 nm to the w.
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 3 | Class A | TMA | 3500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LONDON TMA 8 | Class A | TMA | 5500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| SOUTHEND CTA 1 | Class D | CTA | 1500 ft MSL | 3500 ft MSL |
| SOUTHEND CTR 1 | Class D | CTR | GND | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOUTHEND PIER | 4.2 nm | 220° | On request |
| SOUTHMINSTER LAKES | 5.5 nm | 014° | On request |
| SHEERNESS DOCKS | 7.6 nm | 194° | On request |
| SOUTH WOODHAM | 8.5 nm | 302° | On request |
| NORTHEY ISLAND | 9.6 nm | 344° | On request |
| LONDON GATEWAY PORT | 11.6 nm | 251° | On request |
| BILLERICAY LAKE | 14.6 nm | 285° | On request |
| WHISTABLE HARBOUR | 15.1 nm | 145° | On request |
| CHELMSFORD | 15.5 nm | 310° | On request |
| BRAINTREE | 20.6 nm | 334° | 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 | — | 16 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 20 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 16 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 52 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 36 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 36 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 20 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 26 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Barling Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Barling Airfield located?
Barling Airfield is small airport located in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 10 ft (3 m).
What time zone is Barling Airfield in?
Barling Airfield is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Barling Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Barling Airfield is approximately 1.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Barling Airfield?
The nearest airport to Barling Airfield is London Southend Airport (SEN), about 3.8 nm to the w, followed by West Newland Farm Airstrip and Tillingham Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Barling Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.