Rankins Farm Airfield
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 35m 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 Rankins Farm Airfield
Rankins Farm Airfield is a small airport in Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 52 ft (16 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Lukesfield Airstrip (GB-0548), about 1.7 nm to the sse.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LONDON TMA 1 | Class A | TMA | 2500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LONDON TMA 3 | Class A | TMA | 3500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LONDON TMA 8 | Class A | TMA | 5500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LINTON | Special use | Activity area | GND | 2070 ft MSL |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| TUNBRIDGE WELLS | 10.2 nm | 245° | On request |
| M25 JUNCTION 4 | 15.8 nm | 303° | Compulsory |
| SHEERNESS DOCKS | 17 nm | 031° | On request |
| LONDON GATEWAY PORT | 18 nm | 359° | On request |
| QEII | 18.2 nm | 329° | On request |
| SOUTHEND PIER | 20.2 nm | 023° | On request |
| WHISTABLE HARBOUR | 21.6 nm | 064° | On request |
| KIDBROOKE FLATS | 23.8 nm | 311° | On request |
| THAMES BARRIER | 24.9 nm | 315° | On request |
| BECKTON ROUNDABOUT | 25.2 nm | 320° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wrotham transmitter | 581 ft | 712 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 515 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Rankins Farm Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Rankins Farm Airfield located?
Rankins Farm Airfield is small airport located in Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 52 ft (16 m).
What time zone is Rankins Farm Airfield in?
Rankins Farm Airfield is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Rankins Farm Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Rankins Farm Airfield is approximately 1.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Rankins Farm Airfield?
The nearest airport to Rankins Farm Airfield is Lukesfield Airstrip (GB-0548), about 1.7 nm to the sse, followed by Old Hay Airfield and Laddingford Aerodrome.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Rankins Farm Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.