Lydiard Park
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 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 Lydiard Park
Lydiard Park is a balloonport in United Kingdom. It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Lotmead Farm Airstrip (GB-0855), about 5.2 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(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COTSWOLD CTA 4 | Class A | CTA | FL065 | FL195 |
| COTSWOLD CTA 13 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| LECHLADE | 9.9 nm | 037° | On request |
| FARINGDON | 11.4 nm | 060° | On request |
| CHIPPENHAM | 11.8 nm | 239° | On request |
| BAMPTON | 15 nm | 049° | On request |
| NORTHLEACH ROUNDABOUT | 16.6 nm | 002° | On request |
| BURFORD | 16.7 nm | 029° | On request |
| M4 JUNCTION 18 | 18.9 nm | 259° | On request |
| FARMOOR RESERVOIR | 21.7 nm | 058° | On request |
| CHARLBURY | 23.2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's | 328 ft | 180 ft | — |
| David Murray John Tower | 272 ft | 302 ft | — |
| Westmill 1 | — | 302 ft | — |
| Westmill 2 | — | 331 ft | — |
| Westmill 3 | — | 335 ft | — |
| Westmill 4 | — | 315 ft | — |
| Westmill 5 | — | 299 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Lydiard Park.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Lydiard Park located?
Lydiard Park is balloonport located in United Kingdom.
What time zone is Lydiard Park in?
Lydiard Park is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Lydiard Park?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Lydiard Park is approximately 0.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Lydiard Park?
The nearest airport to Lydiard Park is Lotmead Farm Airstrip (GB-0855), about 5.2 nm to the e, followed by Draycot Farm Aerodrome and Lower Upham Farm Aerodrome.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Lydiard Park data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.