Podington 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 Podington Airstrip
Podington Airstrip is a small airport in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 335 ft (102 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Tower Farm Airstrip (GB-0222), about 2.6 nm to the nw.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLACTON CTA 1 | Class A | CTA | FL155 | FL195 |
| DAVENTRY CTA 12 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | FL195 |
| DAVENTRY CTA 13 | Class A | CTA | FL075 | FL195 |
| DAVENTRY CTA 21 | Class C | CTA | FL075 | FL155 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| OLNEY TOWN | 5.7 nm | 218° | On request |
| STEWARTBY BRICKWORKS | 9.8 nm | 161° | On request |
| WOBURN TOWN | 14.3 nm | 182° | On request |
| PIRTON | 18.4 nm | 147° | On request |
| OFFLEY | 20.2 nm | 151° | 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 | 164 ft | 318 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 289 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 295 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 312 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 292 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 272 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 282 ft | — |
| Millennium Country Park Turbine | — | 138 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Podington Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Podington Airstrip located?
Podington Airstrip is small airport located in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 335 ft (102 m).
What time zone is Podington Airstrip in?
Podington Airstrip is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Podington Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Podington Airstrip is approximately 0.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Podington Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Podington Airstrip is Tower Farm Airstrip (GB-0222), about 2.6 nm to the nw, followed by Prospect Farm Airstrip and Easton Maudit Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Podington Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.