Riding Bank Farm Airstrip
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 41m 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 Riding Bank Farm Airstrip
Riding Bank Farm Airstrip is a small airport in Melbourne, Derby, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 283 ft (86 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is East Midlands Airport (EMA), about 4.4 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(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAVENTRY CTA 9 | Class A | CTA | 4500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| DAVENTRY CTA 12 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | FL195 |
| DAVENTRY CTA 3 | Class A | CTA | 5500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| EAST MIDLANDS CTR 2 | Class D | CTR | GND | 5500 ft MSL |
| NSGA DERBYSHIRE | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| M42 JUNCTION 11 MEASHAM | 8.8 nm | 205° | On request |
| M! JUNCTION 22 MARKFIELD | 9.4 nm | 143° | On request |
| CHURCH BROUGHTON | 9.9 nm | 293° | On request |
| TROWELL | 10.7 nm | 038° | On request |
| M42 JUNCTION 10 | 14.9 nm | 208° | On request |
| LICHFIELD RAILWAY JUNCTION | 15.1 nm | 238° | On request |
| NUNEATON | 15.4 nm | 180° | 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 | 653 ft | 226 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 315 ft | 190 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 322 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 427 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 397 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 492 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 469 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 203 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Riding Bank Farm Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Riding Bank Farm Airstrip located?
Riding Bank Farm Airstrip is small airport located in Melbourne, Derby, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 283 ft (86 m).
What time zone is Riding Bank Farm Airstrip in?
Riding Bank Farm Airstrip is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Riding Bank Farm Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Riding Bank Farm Airstrip 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 Riding Bank Farm Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Riding Bank Farm Airstrip is East Midlands Airport (EMA), about 4.4 nm to the e, followed by Derby Airfield and Grangewood Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Riding Bank Farm Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.