Horsey Island Airfield
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 37m 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 Horsey Island Airfield
Horsey Island Airfield is a small airport in Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, United Kingdom. It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Great Oakley Airfield (GB-0177), about 2.8 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(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LONDON TMA 8 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOUTHMINSTER LAKES | 19.9 nm | 229° | On request |
| NORTHEY ISLAND | 21.1 nm | 244° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manningtree Transmitter | 505 ft | 112 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 52 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 108 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 69 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 43 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 121 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 69 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 59 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Horsey Island Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Horsey Island Airfield located?
Horsey Island Airfield is small airport located in Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, United Kingdom.
What time zone is Horsey Island Airfield in?
Horsey Island Airfield is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Horsey Island Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Horsey Island Airfield is approximately 1.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Horsey Island Airfield?
The nearest airport to Horsey Island Airfield is Great Oakley Airfield (GB-0177), about 2.8 nm to the nw, followed by Wolves Hall Airstrip and Clacton Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Horsey Island Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.