Great North Air Ambulance
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 56m 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 Great North Air Ambulance
Great North Air Ambulance is a heliport in Langwathby, United Kingdom. It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Skelling Farm Glider Field (GB-0340), about 2.7 nm to the e.
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(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BORDERS CTA 3 | Class A | CTA | FL125 | FL195 |
| BORDERS CTA 8 | Class A | CTA | FL095 | FL125 |
| NSGA YORKSHIRE | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | FL195 |
| EGD514 COMBAT AIRSPACE | Special use | Danger | FL085 | FL660 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| HEXHAM | 25.6 nm | 049° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skelton Transmitting Station | 1,198 ft | 551 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 476 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,365 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 371 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 295 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Great North Air Ambulance.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Great North Air Ambulance located?
Great North Air Ambulance is heliport located in Langwathby, United Kingdom.
What time zone is Great North Air Ambulance in?
Great North Air Ambulance is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Great North Air Ambulance?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Great North Air Ambulance 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 Great North Air Ambulance?
The nearest airport to Great North Air Ambulance is Skelling Farm Glider Field (GB-0340), about 2.7 nm to the e, followed by Glassonby Airfield and Bedlands Gate Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Great North Air Ambulance data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.