Currock Hill Glider Field
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 16h 44m 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 Currock Hill Glider Field
Currock Hill Glider Field is a small airport in Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 800 ft (244 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 1,968 ft / 600 m. It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Bywell Airfield (GB-1028), about 2.9 nm to the wnw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 / 24 | 1,968 ft / 600 m | 164 ft | Grass | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(9)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YORKSHIRE CTA 10 | Class A | CTA | FL125 | FL195 |
| NEWCASTLE CTA 5 | Class D | CTA | 3000 ft MSL | FL055 |
| BORDERS CTA 9 | Class D | CTA | FL105 | FL125 |
| NEWCASTLE CTA 1 | Class D | CTA | 1500 ft MSL | FL105 |
| NEWCASTLE CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | FL105 |
| BORDERS CTA 10 | Class D | CTA | FL055 | FL125 |
| EGD514 COMBAT AIRSPACE | Special use | Danger | FL085 | FL660 |
| CURROCK HILL | Special use | Activity area | GND | 2800 ft MSL |
| NSGA YORKSHIRE | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | FL195 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United Kingdom airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burnhope Transmitter | 781 ft | 840 ft | — |
| Pontop Pike transmitter | 489 ft | 955 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 479 ft | 722 ft | — |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme Turbine | 427 ft | 180 ft | — |
| Vale House | 262 ft | 98 ft | — |
| Shieldfield House | 253 ft | 171 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,030 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 958 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Currock Hill Glider Field.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Currock Hill Glider Field located?
Currock Hill Glider Field is small airport located in Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 800 ft (244 m).
How many runways does Currock Hill Glider Field have?
Currock Hill Glider Field has 1 runway, the longest being 1,968 ft / 600 m.
What time zone is Currock Hill Glider Field in?
Currock Hill Glider Field is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Currock Hill Glider Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Currock Hill Glider Field is approximately 0.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Currock Hill Glider Field?
The nearest airport to Currock Hill Glider Field is Bywell Airfield (GB-1028), about 2.9 nm to the wnw, followed by Newcastle International Airport and High Flats Farm Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Currock Hill Glider Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.