Cardington Airstrip
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 38m 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 Cardington Airstrip
Cardington Airstrip is a small airport in Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 95 ft (29 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Old Warden Airfield (EGTH), about 3.8 nm to the ese.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAVENTRY CTA 13 | Class A | CTA | FL075 | FL195 |
| LONDON TMA 19 | Class A | TMA | 5500 ft MSL | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| STEWARTBY BRICKWORKS | 4.2 nm | 242° | On request |
| PIRTON | 8.7 nm | 159° | On request |
| WOBURN TOWN | 10.2 nm | 227° | On request |
| OFFLEY | 10.7 nm | 165° | On request |
| OLNEY TOWN | 10.9 nm | 285° | On request |
| HYDE | 15.8 nm | 173° | On request |
| KIMPTON HALL | 16.2 nm | 164° | On request |
| M1 JUNCTION 9 | 17.2 nm | 180° | On request |
| NUTHAMPSTEAD | 19 nm | 111° | On request |
| LAKES | 20.3 nm | 209° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandy Heath TV Transmitter | 801 ft | 112 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 492 ft | 157 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 492 ft | 82 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 328 ft | 157 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 262 ft | 131 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 262 ft | 108 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 262 ft | 138 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 262 ft | 154 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Cardington Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Cardington Airstrip located?
Cardington Airstrip is small airport located in Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 95 ft (29 m).
What time zone is Cardington Airstrip in?
Cardington Airstrip is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Cardington Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Cardington Airstrip is approximately 1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Cardington Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Cardington Airstrip is Old Warden Airfield (EGTH), about 3.8 nm to the ese, followed by Long Acres Farm and Top Farm Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Cardington Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.