Cottage Farm Airstrip
Daylight today(Sep 1, 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 Cottage Farm Airstrip
Cottage Farm Airstrip is a small airport in Sleaford, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 95 ft (29 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is RAF Cranwell (EGYD), about 2.9 nm to the sw.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAVENTRY CTA 12 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | FL195 |
| BARKSTON/CRANWELL | Class G | MATZ | GND | 3367 ft MSL |
| CRANWELL | Class G | ATZ | GND | 2222 ft MSL |
| D324B WADDINGTON MEDIUM | Special use | Danger | FL105 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BOTTESFORD | 13.9 nm | 247° | On request |
| MELTON MOWBRAY | 25.4 nm | 222° | On request |
| DANESHILL LAKES | 25.8 nm | 315° | 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 | — | 39 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 20 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 30 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 33 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 20 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Cottage Farm Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Cottage Farm Airstrip located?
Cottage Farm Airstrip is small airport located in Sleaford, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 95 ft (29 m).
What time zone is Cottage Farm Airstrip in?
Cottage Farm Airstrip is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Cottage Farm Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Cottage Farm 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 Cottage Farm Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Cottage Farm Airstrip is RAF Cranwell (EGYD), about 2.9 nm to the sw, followed by Griffin's Farm Airstrip and Old Manor Farm Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Cottage Farm Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.