Pentlow Airstrip
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About 10h 47m 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 Pentlow Airstrip
Pentlow Airstrip is a small airport in Sudbury, Essex, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 144 ft (44 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Waits Farm Airstrip (GB-0597), about 2.7 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(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LONDON TMA 3 | Class A | TMA | 3500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LONDON TMA 16 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| HAVERHILL | 7 nm | 273° | On request |
| SPRIGGS SOLAR FARM | 11.5 nm | 235° | On request |
| BRAINTREE | 12.2 nm | 192° | On request |
| DEBDEN | 13.9 nm | 248° | On request |
| AUDLEY END RAILWAY | 16 nm | 254° | On request |
| CANFIELD A120/B1256 | 16.7 nm | 222° | On request |
| DIAMOND HANGAR | 18.7 nm | 230° | On request |
| HANGAR 12 | 18.8 nm | 232° | On request |
| HAZELEND WOOD | 20 nm | 237° | On request |
| BERNERS LAKE | 22.3 nm | 212° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sudbury B | 545 ft | 220 ft | — |
| Sudbury A | 338 ft | 220 ft | — |
| High Garrett Transmitter | 295 ft | 269 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 341 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 371 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 354 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 361 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 213 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Pentlow Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Pentlow Airstrip located?
Pentlow Airstrip is small airport located in Sudbury, Essex, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 144 ft (44 m).
What time zone is Pentlow Airstrip in?
Pentlow Airstrip is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Pentlow Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Pentlow Airstrip 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 Pentlow Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Pentlow Airstrip is Waits Farm Airstrip (GB-0597), about 2.7 nm to the sse, followed by Ridgewell Glider Field and Brickwall Farm Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Pentlow Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.