Pocklington Airfield
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 53m 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 Pocklington Airfield
Royal Air Force Pocklington or more simply RAF Pocklington was an operational flying station of the Royal Air Force during the Second World War, forming part of RAF Bomber Command, and operating primarily Vickers Wellington and Handley Page Halifax bombers. The station, adjacent to the town of Pocklington at grid reference SE790485, opened in 1941, and was closed in 1946. After a return to agricultural use, the station now forms an industrial estate and a restricted use airfield for a gliding club.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NSGA YORKSHIRE | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | FL195 |
| TRAG YORKSHIRE LOWER | Special use | Gliding sector | FL195 | FL240 |
| POCKLINGTON | Special use | Activity area | GND | 2087 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| NABURN MARINA | 10.5 nm | 265° | On request |
| GOOLE DOCKS | 14 nm | 192° | On request |
| BISHOP WOOD | 14.7 nm | 242° | On request |
| TADCASTER JUNCTION | 15.7 nm | 262° | On request |
| NORTH TWR HUMBER BRIDGE | 17.6 nm | 136° | On request |
| M1/A1 JUNCTION | 20.5 nm | 251° | On request |
| ELSHAM WOLDS | 23 nm | 146° | 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 | — | 69 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 292 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 384 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 36 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 30 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 49 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 52 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 72 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Pocklington Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Pocklington Airfield located?
Pocklington Airfield is small airport located in York, East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 90 ft (27 m).
What time zone is Pocklington Airfield in?
Pocklington Airfield is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Pocklington Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Pocklington Airfield is approximately 0.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Pocklington Airfield?
The nearest airport to Pocklington Airfield is Melrose Farm Airstrip (GB-0243), about 3.8 nm to the ssw, followed by Full Sutton Airfield and Elvington Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Pocklington Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.