North Rigton Private Airstrip
Daylight today(Sep 2, 2026, local time)
About 13h 40m 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 North Rigton Private Airstrip
North Rigton Private Airstrip is a small airport in Leeds, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 285 ft (87 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA), about 5.9 nm to the sw.
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(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YORKSHIRE CTA 9 | Class A | CTA | FL085 | FL195 |
| YORKSHIRE CTA 10 | Class A | CTA | FL125 | FL195 |
| LEEDS BRADFORD CTA 3 | Class D | CTA | 3000 ft MSL | FL085 |
| LEEDS BRADFORD CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | FL085 |
| NSGA YORKSHIRE | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARTHINGTON VIADUCT | 2.7 nm | 219° | On request |
| HARROGATE RAILWAY STATION | 3.1 nm | 009° | On request |
| ECCUP RESERVOIR | 4.2 nm | 176° | On request |
| SALTS MILL | 10.4 nm | 234° | On request |
| M1/A1 JUNCTION | 10.7 nm | 135° | On request |
| TADCASTER JUNCTION | 11.6 nm | 105° | On request |
| CHAIN BAR ROUNDABOUT | 13.7 nm | 207° | On request |
| DEWSBURY | 15.2 nm | 191° | On request |
| BISHOP WOOD | 16 nm | 119° | On request |
| NABURN MARINA | 16.5 nm | 096° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgewater Place | 367 ft | 125 ft | — |
| Sky Plaza | 348 ft | 243 ft | — |
| Pinnacle | 262 ft | 131 ft | — |
| Park Plaza Hotel | 253 ft | 164 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 59 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 171 ft | — |
| Wind Turbine | — | 56 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 377 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from North Rigton Private Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is North Rigton Private Airstrip located?
North Rigton Private Airstrip is small airport located in Leeds, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 285 ft (87 m).
What time zone is North Rigton Private Airstrip in?
North Rigton Private Airstrip is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at North Rigton Private Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at North Rigton Private Airstrip is approximately 0.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near North Rigton Private Airstrip?
The nearest airport to North Rigton Private Airstrip is Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA), about 5.9 nm to the sw, followed by Hazlewood Gallop / Tadcaster Airfield and Garforth Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. North Rigton Private Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.