Sutton Meadows Airfield
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 39m 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 Sutton Meadows Airfield
Sutton Meadows Airfield is a small airport in Ely, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 3 ft (1 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Barnfield Farm Airstrip (GB-1042), about 3.1 nm to the wsw.
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(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUTTON MEADOWS | Special use | Activity area | GND | 2003 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| HAVERHILL | 22.9 nm | 143° | 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 | 262 ft | 154 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 262 ft | 131 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 262 ft | 108 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 262 ft | 138 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 262 ft | 154 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 262 ft | 167 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 262 ft | 171 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 262 ft | 102 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Sutton Meadows Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Sutton Meadows Airfield located?
Sutton Meadows Airfield is small airport located in Ely, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 3 ft (1 m).
What time zone is Sutton Meadows Airfield in?
Sutton Meadows Airfield is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Sutton Meadows Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Sutton Meadows 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 Sutton Meadows Airfield?
The nearest airport to Sutton Meadows Airfield is Barnfield Farm Airstrip (GB-1042), about 3.1 nm to the wsw, followed by Coldharbour Farm Airstrip and Fen End Farm Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Sutton Meadows Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.