Carr Valley Microlight 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 Carr Valley Microlight Airfield
Carr Valley Microlight Airfield is a small airport in Leyland, Lancashire, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 36 ft (11 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Warton Aerodrome (WRT), about 4.6 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.
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 |
| HOLYHEAD CTA 18 | Class C | CTA | FL085 | FL195 |
| WARTON | Class G | MATZ | GND | 3055 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| M65 JUNCTION M61 | 6 nm | 062° | On request |
| M55 JUNCTION 3 | 7.8 nm | 335° | On request |
| M6 JUNCTION M55 | 7.9 nm | 026° | On request |
| SOUTHPORT PIER | 8.2 nm | 256° | On request |
| INSKIP | 8.4 nm | 351° | On request |
| M55 JUNCTION 4 | 9.2 nm | 314° | On request |
| ST ANNE´S PIER | 9.2 nm | 293° | On request |
| WINTER HILL MAST | 10.7 nm | 111° | On request |
| MIDDLEBROOK STADIUM | 11.3 nm | 125° | On request |
| WIGAN LAKES | 11.7 nm | 149° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter Hill Transmitting Station | 1,017 ft | 1,424 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 610 ft | 39 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 604 ft | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 600 ft | 33 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 600 ft | 36 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 197 ft | — |
| Blackpool Tower | — | 49 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Carr Valley Microlight Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Carr Valley Microlight Airfield located?
Carr Valley Microlight Airfield is small airport located in Leyland, Lancashire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 36 ft (11 m).
What time zone is Carr Valley Microlight Airfield in?
Carr Valley Microlight Airfield is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Carr Valley Microlight Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Carr Valley Microlight 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 Carr Valley Microlight Airfield?
The nearest airport to Carr Valley Microlight Airfield is Warton Aerodrome (WRT), about 4.6 nm to the nw, followed by Higher Barn Farm Airstrip and Blackpool Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Carr Valley Microlight Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.