Maydown Heliport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 57m 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 Maydown Heliport
Maydown Heliport is a heliport in Maydown, Co. Derry, United Kingdom. It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is City of Derry Airport (LDY), about 2.6 nm to the ene.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EGAE | Class G | ATZ | GND | 2000 ft GND |
| LONDONDERRY/EGLINGTON | Class G | ATZ | GND | 2023 ft MSL |
| TRAG NORTHERN IRELAND | Special use | Gliding sector | FL195 | FL240 |
| WAVE BOX | Special use | Gliding sector | FL195 | FL240 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CARROWKEEL | 5.7 nm | 013° | On request |
| NEW BUILDINGS | 6.2 nm | 224° | On request |
| CLAUDY CROSSROADS | 7.7 nm | 159° | On request |
| NEWTON CUNNINGHAM | 9.6 nm | 258° | On request |
| BUNCRANA PIER | 9.7 nm | 306° | On request |
| MOVILLE QUAY | 11.4 nm | 035° | On request |
| DUNGIVEN | 12.3 nm | 120° | On request |
| LIFFORD BRIDGE | 14.8 nm | 215° | On request |
| LETTERKENNY CATHEDRAL | 18.1 nm | 255° | On request |
| COLERAINE A37 BRIDGE | 20.2 nm | 074° | 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 | 381 ft | 719 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 381 ft | 676 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 381 ft | 755 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 381 ft | 764 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 381 ft | 784 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 381 ft | 787 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 381 ft | 732 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 381 ft | 751 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Maydown Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Maydown Heliport located?
Maydown Heliport is heliport located in Maydown, Co. Derry, United Kingdom.
What time zone is Maydown Heliport in?
Maydown Heliport is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Maydown Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Maydown Heliport is approximately 1.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Maydown Heliport?
The nearest airport to Maydown Heliport is City of Derry Airport (LDY), about 2.6 nm to the ene, followed by Dunnamanagh Airstrip and Bellarena Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Maydown Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.