Benston Farm Airstrip
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 50m 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 Benston Farm Airstrip
Benston Farm Airstrip is a small airport in Cumnock (East Ayrshire), United Kingdom. It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK), about 12.9 nm to the wnw.
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(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BORDERS CTA 2 | Class A | CTA | FL085 | FL195 |
| SCOTTISH TMA 2 TMZ | Class D | TMZ | 6000 ft MSL | FL100 |
| SCOTTISH TMA 2 | Class D | TMA | 5500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| PRESTWICK CTA 6 | Class D | CTA | 4000 ft MSL | 5500 ft MSL |
| PRESTWICK CTA 4 | Class D | CTA | 3000 ft MSL | 5500 ft MSL |
| NSGA SCOTLAND | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CUMNOCK | 2.9 nm | 321° | On request |
| MAUCHLINE | 7.8 nm | 320° | On request |
| DALMELLINGTON | 8 nm | 226° | On request |
| DALRYMPLE | 12.4 nm | 265° | On request |
| DOONFOOT | 14.4 nm | 276° | On request |
| KILMARNOCK RAILWAY SATION | 14.9 nm | 322° | On request |
| HEADS OF AYR | 16.5 nm | 274° | On request |
| CULZEAN BAY | 18.6 nm | 261° | On request |
| IRVINE HARBOUR | 19.7 nm | 306° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Darvel Transmitter | 499 ft | 938 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 394 ft | 1,762 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 394 ft | 1,896 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 394 ft | 1,883 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 394 ft | 1,923 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 394 ft | 1,814 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 394 ft | 1,709 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 394 ft | 1,860 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Benston Farm Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Benston Farm Airstrip located?
Benston Farm Airstrip is small airport located in Cumnock (East Ayrshire), United Kingdom.
What time zone is Benston Farm Airstrip in?
Benston Farm Airstrip is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Benston Farm Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Benston Farm Airstrip is approximately 0.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Benston Farm Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Benston Farm Airstrip is Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK), about 12.9 nm to the wnw, followed by Stonehill Farm Airstrip and New Grimmet Farm Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Benston Farm Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.