Freshwater Fruit Farm Airstrip
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About Freshwater Fruit Farm Airstrip
Freshwater Fruit Farm Airstrip is a small airport in Freshwater, Isle of Wight, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 59 ft (18 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Yafford House Private Airstrip (GB-0585), about 5.7 nm to the ese.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PORTSMOUTH CTA 6 | Class A | CTA | 5500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| SOLENT CTA 2 | Class D | CTA | 2000 ft MSL | 5500 ft MSL |
| SOLENT CTA 8 | Class D | CTA | 3500 ft MSL | 5500 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| HURST CASTLE | 2.7 nm | 306° | On request |
| NEEDLES LIGHTHOUSE | 3.9 nm | 253° | Compulsory |
| BEAULIEU | 7.4 nm | 357° | Compulsory |
| COWES | 9 nm | 058° | Compulsory |
| ST CATHERINE´S POINT | 9.7 nm | 130° | On request |
| HENGISTBURY HEAD | 9.9 nm | 281° | On request |
| CALSHOT | 10.3 nm | 037° | Compulsory |
| STONEY CROSS | 15.2 nm | 336° | On request |
| M27 JUNCTION 2 | 15.9 nm | 355° | Compulsory |
| SPINNAKER TOWER | 16.1 nm | 065° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chillerton Down | 751 ft | 545 ft | — |
| Rowridge Transmitting Station | 564 ft | 463 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Freshwater Fruit Farm Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Freshwater Fruit Farm Airstrip located?
Freshwater Fruit Farm Airstrip is small airport located in Freshwater, Isle of Wight, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 59 ft (18 m).
What time zone is Freshwater Fruit Farm Airstrip in?
Freshwater Fruit Farm Airstrip is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Freshwater Fruit Farm Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Freshwater Fruit Farm Airstrip is approximately 0.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Freshwater Fruit Farm Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Freshwater Fruit Farm Airstrip is Yafford House Private Airstrip (GB-0585), about 5.7 nm to the ese, followed by Batchley Farm Airstrip and Stockbridge Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Freshwater Fruit Farm Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.