Tempest Airstrip
Daylight today(Sep 2, 2026, local time)
About 13h 28m 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 Tempest Airstrip
Tempest Airstrip is a small airport in Lelant, Cornwall, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 59 ft (18 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Lower Botrea (GB-0550), about 8 nm to the wsw.
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.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| PENDEEN LIGHTHOUSE | 8.6 nm | 264° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tregonning Hill | 636 ft | 499 ft | — |
| Redruth transmitter | 568 ft | 771 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 246 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 256 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 259 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 230 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 246 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 259 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Tempest Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Tempest Airstrip located?
Tempest Airstrip is small airport located in Lelant, Cornwall, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 59 ft (18 m).
What time zone is Tempest Airstrip in?
Tempest Airstrip is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Tempest Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Tempest Airstrip is approximately 0.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Tempest Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Tempest Airstrip is Lower Botrea (GB-0550), about 8 nm to the wsw, followed by RNAS Culdrose and Land's End Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Tempest Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.