Earwig Farm Airstrip
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 38m 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 Earwig Farm Airstrip
Earwig Farm Airstrip is a small airport in Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 121 ft (37 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Bedford Aerodrome (EGBF), about 3.4 nm to the ne.
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(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAVENTRY CTA 12 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | FL195 |
| DAVENTRY CTA 13 | Class A | CTA | FL075 | FL195 |
| LONDON TMA 19 | Class A | TMA | 5500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| DAVENTRY CTA 25 | Class C | CTA | FL085 | FL105 |
| CRANFIELD | Special use | Warning | GND | 2358 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| STEWARTBY BRICKWORKS | 6.7 nm | 181° | On request |
| OLNEY TOWN | 7.1 nm | 255° | On request |
| WOBURN TOWN | 12.3 nm | 198° | On request |
| PIRTON | 14.5 nm | 152° | On request |
| OFFLEY | 16.4 nm | 157° | On request |
| PUCKERIDGE A10/A120 | 26.3 nm | 133° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandy Heath TV Transmitter | 801 ft | 112 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 492 ft | 82 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 492 ft | 157 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 492 ft | 125 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 430 ft | 135 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 430 ft | 138 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 430 ft | 174 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 430 ft | 151 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Earwig Farm Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Earwig Farm Airstrip located?
Earwig Farm Airstrip is small airport located in Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 121 ft (37 m).
What time zone is Earwig Farm Airstrip in?
Earwig Farm Airstrip is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Earwig Farm Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Earwig Farm Airstrip is approximately 1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Earwig Farm Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Earwig Farm Airstrip is Bedford Aerodrome (EGBF), about 3.4 nm to the ne, followed by Top Farm Airstrip and Podington Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Earwig Farm Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.