Piltdown Airstrip
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 42m 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 Piltdown Airstrip
Piltdown Airstrip is a small airport in Uckfield, East Sussex, United Kingdom. It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Barcombe-North Airstrip (GB-0594), about 2.8 nm to the s.
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(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LONDON TMA 1 | Class A | TMA | 2500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LONDON TMA 8 | Class A | TMA | 5500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LONDON TMA 20 | Class A | TMA | 4500 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| HAYWARDS HEATH | 5.5 nm | 287° | On request |
| LEWES INTERSECTION A27/A26 | 7.1 nm | 186° | On request |
| HANDCROSS | 10.2 nm | 295° | On request |
| BRIGHTON MARINA | 11.6 nm | 208° | On request |
| TUNBRIDGE WELLS | 12.4 nm | 043° | On request |
| SOUTHERN HANGAR | 12.8 nm | 321° | On request |
| NORTH TERMINAL | 13.6 nm | 322° | On request |
| GODSTONE RAILWAY STATION | 14.6 nm | 346° | On request |
| A25 GODSTONE JUNCTION | 16.5 nm | 346° | On request |
| WASHINGTON INTERSECTION | 17.6 nm | 256° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| British Airways i360 | 531 ft | 30 ft | — |
| Heathfield transmitter | 443 ft | 538 ft | — |
| Sussex Heights | 335 ft | 98 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 49 ft | 262 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 33 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 203 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 276 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Piltdown Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Piltdown Airstrip located?
Piltdown Airstrip is small airport located in Uckfield, East Sussex, United Kingdom.
What time zone is Piltdown Airstrip in?
Piltdown Airstrip is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Piltdown Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Piltdown Airstrip is approximately 1.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Piltdown Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Piltdown Airstrip is Barcombe-North Airstrip (GB-0594), about 2.8 nm to the s, followed by Danehill Airstrip and Chelworth House Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Piltdown Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.