Octon Airstrip
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 16h 32m 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 Octon Airstrip
Octon Airstrip is a small airport in Driffield, East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 227 ft (69 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Eddsfield Airfield (GB-0066), about 1.5 nm to the sw.
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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D323J SOUTHERN MDA | Special use | Danger | FL150 | FL660 |
| D323H SOUTHERN MDA | Special use | Danger | FL150 | FL660 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 984 ft | 272 ft | — |
| Xpress Delivery | — | 39 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 715 ft | — |
| The Menace | — | 36 ft | — |
| Minnie the Moocher | — | 33 ft | — |
| Git up dem Stairs | — | 26 ft | — |
| Friday the 13th | — | 33 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 246 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Octon Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Octon Airstrip located?
Octon Airstrip is small airport located in Driffield, East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 227 ft (69 m).
What time zone is Octon Airstrip in?
Octon Airstrip is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Octon Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Octon Airstrip is approximately 0.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Octon Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Octon Airstrip is Eddsfield Airfield (GB-0066), about 1.5 nm to the sw, followed by Moor Farm Airstrip and Bridlington Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Octon Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.