Rivar Hill Glider Field
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 35m 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 Rivar Hill Glider Field
Rivar Hill Glider Field is a small airport in United Kingdom. It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Herridge Gallops / Collingbourne Ducis Airfield (GB-1155), about 4.6 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.
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COTSWOLD CTA 13 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | FL195 |
| RIVAR HILL | Special use | Activity area | GND | 3730 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BULLINGTON CROSS | 12.6 nm | 143° | Compulsory |
| FARINGDON | 18.9 nm | 355° | On request |
| NEW ALRESFORD | 21.2 nm | 136° | Compulsory |
| WEST MEON CROSS | 25.6 nm | 136° | Compulsory |
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 | 499 ft | 689 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 863 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Rivar Hill Glider Field.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Rivar Hill Glider Field located?
Rivar Hill Glider Field is small airport located in United Kingdom.
What time zone is Rivar Hill Glider Field in?
Rivar Hill Glider Field is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Rivar Hill Glider Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Rivar Hill Glider Field is approximately 0.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Rivar Hill Glider Field?
The nearest airport to Rivar Hill Glider Field is Herridge Gallops / Collingbourne Ducis Airfield (GB-1155), about 4.6 nm to the sw, followed by Denford Manor Airstrip and Manor Farm Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Rivar Hill Glider Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.