Rookery Farm Airfield
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 36m 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 Rookery Farm Airfield
Rookery Farm Airfield is a small airport in Bristol, Somerset, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 285 ft (87 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Charmy Down Airstrip (GB-0853), about 3.4 nm to the se.
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(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COTSWOLD CTA 13 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | FL195 |
| BRISTOL CTA 3 | Class D | CTA | 2000 ft MSL | FL105 |
| BRISTOL CTA 6 | Class D | CTA | 3500 ft MSL | FL105 |
| BRISTOL CTA 7 | Class D | CTA | 4000 ft MSL | FL105 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| M4 JUNCTION 18 | 2.6 nm | 049° | On request |
| BATH RACECOURSE | 3.4 nm | 181° | On request |
| CLIFTON BRIDGE | 8.5 nm | 263° | On request |
| THORN | 9.3 nm | 333° | On request |
| BARROW TANKS | 10.5 nm | 248° | On request |
| CHIPPENHAM | 10.5 nm | 094° | On request |
| M5 AVON BRIDGE | 10.9 nm | 275° | On request |
| RADSTOCK | 11 nm | 189° | On request |
| CHEW VALLEY | 11.4 nm | 219° | On request |
| M48 OLD SEVERN BRIDGE | 12.2 nm | 313° | 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 | 128 ft | — |
| Purdown BT Tower | 230 ft | 318 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 610 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 682 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 577 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 620 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 594 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 597 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Rookery Farm Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Rookery Farm Airfield located?
Rookery Farm Airfield is small airport located in Bristol, Somerset, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 285 ft (87 m).
What time zone is Rookery Farm Airfield in?
Rookery Farm Airfield is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Rookery Farm Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Rookery Farm Airfield is approximately 0.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Rookery Farm Airfield?
The nearest airport to Rookery Farm Airfield is Charmy Down Airstrip (GB-0853), about 3.4 nm to the se, followed by Garston Farm Airstrip and Avon Lane Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Rookery Farm Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.