Barcombe-North Airstrip
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 34m 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 Barcombe-North Airstrip
Barcombe-North Airstrip is a small airport in Lewes, East Sussex, United Kingdom. It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Piltdown Airstrip (GB-0812), about 2.8 nm to the n.
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(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LONDON TMA 1 | Class A | TMA | 2500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LONDON TMA 8 | Class A | TMA | 5500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LONDON TMA 20 | Class A | TMA | 4500 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| LEWES INTERSECTION A27/A26 | 4.2 nm | 184° | On request |
| HAYWARDS HEATH | 6.5 nm | 312° | On request |
| BRIGHTON MARINA | 9 nm | 214° | On request |
| HANDCROSS | 11.3 nm | 309° | On request |
| TUNBRIDGE WELLS | 14.8 nm | 036° | On request |
| SOUTHERN HANGAR | 14.9 nm | 329° | On request |
| NORTH TERMINAL | 15.7 nm | 330° | On request |
| WASHINGTON INTERSECTION | 16.7 nm | 265° | On request |
| GODSTONE RAILWAY STATION | 17.3 nm | 350° | On request |
| BILLINGSHURST | 18.8 nm | 285° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| British Airways i360 | 531 ft | 30 ft | — |
| Heathfield transmitter | 443 ft | 538 ft | — |
| Sussex Heights | 335 ft | 98 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 328 ft | 36 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 49 ft | 262 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 33 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 203 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Barcombe-North Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Barcombe-North Airstrip located?
Barcombe-North Airstrip is small airport located in Lewes, East Sussex, United Kingdom.
What time zone is Barcombe-North Airstrip in?
Barcombe-North Airstrip is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Barcombe-North Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Barcombe-North Airstrip is approximately 1.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Barcombe-North Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Barcombe-North Airstrip is Piltdown Airstrip (GB-0812), about 2.8 nm to the n, followed by Ringmer Glider Field and Swanborough Farm Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Barcombe-North Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.