Darlton Gliding Club
Daylight today(Oct 16, 2026, local time)
About 10h 36m 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 Darlton Gliding Club
Darlton Gliding Club is a small airport in Tuxford, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 157 ft (48 m) and has 1 runway. It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Headon Microlight Airfield (GB-0439), about 2.2 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 / 23 | — | — | Grass | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| VHF | — | 118.685 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAVENTRY CTA 12 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | FL195 |
| LINCOLNSHIRE CTA 3 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | FL195 |
| NSGA DERBYSHIRE | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | FL195 |
| DARLTON | Special use | Activity area | GND | 2155 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| A1/A57 CLUMBER INTERCHANGE | 6.9 nm | 297° | On request |
| THORSBY LAKE | 7.1 nm | 262° | On request |
| DANESHILL LAKES | 7.5 nm | 339° | On request |
| GAINSBOROUGH | 9.4 nm | 020° | On request |
| HAXEY | 14.8 nm | 002° | On request |
| BOTTESFORD | 17 nm | 171° | On request |
| A1/M18 WADWORTH INTERCHANGE | 17.5 nm | 324° | On request |
| M1/M18 THURCROFT | 17.5 nm | 301° | On request |
| TROWELL | 22.5 nm | 221° | On request |
| BRIGG | 22.8 nm | 036° | 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 | — | 312 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 331 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 292 ft | — |
| Hockerton Community Turbine | — | 246 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 335 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 164 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 377 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 98 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Darlton Gliding Club.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Darlton Gliding Club located?
Darlton Gliding Club is small airport located in Tuxford, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 157 ft (48 m).
How many runways does Darlton Gliding Club have?
Darlton Gliding Club has 1 runway.
What time zone is Darlton Gliding Club in?
Darlton Gliding Club is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Darlton Gliding Club?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Darlton Gliding Club 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 Darlton Gliding Club?
The nearest airport to Darlton Gliding Club is Headon Microlight Airfield (GB-0439), about 2.2 nm to the n, followed by Grange Farm Private Airstrip and Forwood Farm Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Darlton Gliding Club data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.