Cockerham Airfield
Daylight today(Oct 17, 2026, local time)
About 10h 29m 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 Cockerham Airfield
Cockerham Airfield is a small airport in Lancaster, United Kingdom. It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Tarn Farm Airfield (Rossall Field) (GB-0440), about 2 nm to the ssw.
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(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YORKSHIRE CTA 6 | Class A | CTA | FL095 | FL195 |
| NSGA YORKSHIRE | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | FL195 |
| COCKERHAM | Special use | Activity area | GND | FL150 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| GARSTANG MARINA | 3.9 nm | 159° | On request |
| FLEETWOOD | 8.1 nm | 250° | On request |
| INSKIP | 8.3 nm | 181° | On request |
| POULTON | 9 nm | 219° | On request |
| M55 JUNCTION 3 | 9.8 nm | 192° | On request |
| M6 JUNCTION M55 | 10.6 nm | 154° | On request |
| M55 JUNCTION 4 | 11.7 nm | 208° | On request |
| TALL TOWER | 12 nm | 222° | On request |
| ST ANNE´S PIER | 14.9 nm | 209° | On request |
| M65 JUNCTION M61 | 15.2 nm | 155° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 610 ft | 39 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 604 ft | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 600 ft | 33 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 600 ft | 36 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 246 ft | 39 ft | — |
| Back Lane Quarry Wind Turbine | 164 ft | 157 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 46 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 79 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Cockerham Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Cockerham Airfield located?
Cockerham Airfield is small airport located in Lancaster, United Kingdom.
What time zone is Cockerham Airfield in?
Cockerham Airfield is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Cockerham Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Cockerham 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 Cockerham Airfield?
The nearest airport to Cockerham Airfield is Tarn Farm Airfield (Rossall Field) (GB-0440), about 2 nm to the ssw, followed by Moss Edge Farm Airfield and Middleton Sands Microlight.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Cockerham Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.