Whitehouse Farm Helicopter Base
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 41m 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 Whitehouse Farm Helicopter Base
Whitehouse Farm Helicopter Base is a heliport in Chard, Somerset, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 738 ft (225 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Tracy Island Airstrip (GB-0905), about 2.2 nm to the wsw.
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.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| AXMINSTER | 8 nm | 222° | On request |
| CLATWORTHY RESERVOIR | 22.4 nm | 301° | On request |
| WATCHET HARBOUR | 25.2 nm | 316° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stockland Hill Transmitter | 771 ft | 705 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 797 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 52 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 131 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Whitehouse Farm Helicopter Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Whitehouse Farm Helicopter Base located?
Whitehouse Farm Helicopter Base is heliport located in Chard, Somerset, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 738 ft (225 m).
What time zone is Whitehouse Farm Helicopter Base in?
Whitehouse Farm Helicopter Base is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Whitehouse Farm Helicopter Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Whitehouse Farm 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 Whitehouse Farm Helicopter Base?
The nearest airport to Whitehouse Farm Helicopter Base is Tracy Island Airstrip (GB-0905), about 2.2 nm to the wsw, followed by Middle Chinnock Airstrip and RNAS Merryfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Whitehouse Farm Helicopter Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.