Blooms 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 Blooms Farm Airstrip
Blooms Farm Airstrip is a small airport in Halstead, Essex, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 243 ft (74 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Whitehall Farm Airstrip (GB-0829), about 2 nm to the sw.
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(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LONDON TMA 3 | Class A | TMA | 3500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LONDON TMA 8 | Class A | TMA | 5500 ft MSL | FL195 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| HAVERHILL | 6.9 nm | 320° | On request |
| BRAINTREE | 7 nm | 181° | On request |
| SPRIGGS SOLAR FARM | 7.1 nm | 257° | On request |
| DEBDEN | 10.4 nm | 269° | On request |
| CANFIELD A120/B1256 | 11.4 nm | 229° | On request |
| AUDLEY END RAILWAY | 12.9 nm | 273° | On request |
| DIAMOND HANGAR | 13.8 nm | 240° | On request |
| HANGAR 12 | 14 nm | 242° | On request |
| HAZELEND WOOD | 15.5 nm | 247° | On request |
| CHELMSFORD | 16 nm | 191° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sudbury B | 545 ft | 220 ft | — |
| Sudbury A | 338 ft | 220 ft | — |
| High Garrett Transmitter | 295 ft | 269 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 328 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 322 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 322 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 315 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 279 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Blooms Farm Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Blooms Farm Airstrip located?
Blooms Farm Airstrip is small airport located in Halstead, Essex, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 243 ft (74 m).
What time zone is Blooms Farm Airstrip in?
Blooms Farm Airstrip is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Blooms Farm Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Blooms Farm Airstrip is approximately 1.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Blooms Farm Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Blooms Farm Airstrip is Whitehall Farm Airstrip (GB-0829), about 2 nm to the sw, followed by Wethersfield Air Base and Ridgewell Glider Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Blooms Farm Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.