Saint Michaels Airfield
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 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 Saint Michaels Airfield
Saint Michaels Airfield is a small airport in Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 28 ft (9 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Brook Farm Ultralight Airstrip (GB-0432), about 4.7 nm to the nw.
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.
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MANCHESTER TMA 1 | Class A | TMA | 3500 ft MSL | FL245 |
| YORKSHIRE CTA 5 | Class A | CTA | FL065 | FL195 |
| NSGA YORKSHIRE | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | FL195 |
| ST MICHAELS | Special use | Activity area | GND | 2030 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| INSKIP | 2.1 nm | 224° | On request |
| GARSTANG MARINA | 3.2 nm | 001° | On request |
| M55 JUNCTION 3 | 4.3 nm | 232° | On request |
| M6 JUNCTION M55 | 4.3 nm | 129° | On request |
| POULTON | 7 nm | 268° | On request |
| M55 JUNCTION 4 | 7.6 nm | 243° | On request |
| M65 JUNCTION M61 | 8.7 nm | 144° | On request |
| TALL TOWER | 9.5 nm | 257° | On request |
| FLEETWOOD | 9.8 nm | 294° | On request |
| ST ANNE´S PIER | 10.6 nm | 234° | 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 | 610 ft | 39 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 604 ft | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 600 ft | 36 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 600 ft | 33 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 79 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 79 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 33 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Saint Michaels Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Saint Michaels Airfield located?
Saint Michaels Airfield is small airport located in Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 28 ft (9 m).
What time zone is Saint Michaels Airfield in?
Saint Michaels Airfield is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Saint Michaels Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Saint Michaels Airfield is approximately 0°, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Saint Michaels Airfield?
The nearest airport to Saint Michaels Airfield is Brook Farm Ultralight Airstrip (GB-0432), about 4.7 nm to the nw, followed by Tarn Farm Airfield (Rossall Field) and Moss Edge Farm Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Saint Michaels Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.