Almondsbury Helicopter Base
Daylight today(Sep 2, 2026, local time)
About 13h 32m 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 Almondsbury Helicopter Base
Almondsbury Helicopter Base is a heliport in Bristol, Somerset, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 249 ft (76 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Oldbury on Severn Airstrip (GB-0849), about 4.7 nm to the n.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COTSWOLD CTA 3 | Class A | CTA | FL075 | FL195 |
| COTSWOLD CTA 13 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | FL195 |
| BRISTOL CTA 7 | Class D | CTA | 4000 ft MSL | FL105 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| THORN | 3.9 nm | 024° | On request |
| M48 OLD SEVERN BRIDGE | 4.7 nm | 319° | On request |
| M5 AVON BRIDGE | 6.2 nm | 233° | On request |
| CLIFTON BRIDGE | 6.3 nm | 203° | On request |
| M4 JUNCTION 18 | 8.4 nm | 111° | On request |
| BARROW TANKS | 9.5 nm | 204° | On request |
| EAST NAILSEA | 9.8 nm | 222° | On request |
| BATH RACECOURSE | 10 nm | 144° | On request |
| CLEVEDON | 12.8 nm | 238° | On request |
| CHEW VALLEY | 13.7 nm | 185° | 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 | 262 ft | 128 ft | — |
| Wotton-under-Edge BT Tower | 249 ft | 761 ft | — |
| Purdown BT Tower | 230 ft | 318 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 577 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 594 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 66 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 384 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 33 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Almondsbury Helicopter Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Almondsbury Helicopter Base located?
Almondsbury Helicopter Base is heliport located in Bristol, Somerset, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 249 ft (76 m).
What time zone is Almondsbury Helicopter Base in?
Almondsbury Helicopter Base is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Almondsbury Helicopter Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Almondsbury Helicopter Base is approximately 0.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Almondsbury Helicopter Base?
The nearest airport to Almondsbury Helicopter Base is Oldbury on Severn Airstrip (GB-0849), about 4.7 nm to the n, followed by Chase Farm Airstrip and Rookery Farm Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Almondsbury Helicopter Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.