The Plassey Airstrip
Daylight today(Oct 17, 2026, local time)
About 10h 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 The Plassey Airstrip
The Plassey Airstrip is a small airport in Wrexham, United Kingdom. It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Trench Farm Airstrip (GB-0898), about 3.7 nm to the sse.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PEPZE CTA 6 | Class A | CTA | FL095 | FL195 |
| PEPZE CTA 3 | Class A | CTA | 4500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| NSGA WALES | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | FL195 |
| HAWARDEN RMZ 3 | Special use | RMZ | GND | 4500 ft MSL |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BORRAS QUARRY | 3.8 nm | 012° | On request |
| ELLESMERE LAKE | 6.8 nm | 151° | On request |
| POULTON | 8.1 nm | 021° | On request |
| PADESWOOD CEMENT FACTORY | 9.5 nm | 340° | On request |
| A49/A541 MOLD TOWN | 11 nm | 330° | On request |
| VICARS CROSS ROUNDABOUT | 12.3 nm | 022° | On request |
| BEESTON CASTLE | 12.5 nm | 054° | On request |
| TARVIN ROUNDABOUT | 13.4 nm | 032° | On request |
| FLINT BRIDGE | 13.8 nm | 346° | On request |
| TARPORLEY ROUNDABOUT | 14.3 nm | 048° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinker Dome | 358 ft | 400 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 233 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 289 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 299 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 341 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from The Plassey Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is The Plassey Airstrip located?
The Plassey Airstrip is small airport located in Wrexham, United Kingdom.
What time zone is The Plassey Airstrip in?
The Plassey Airstrip is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at The Plassey Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at The Plassey Airstrip is approximately 0°, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near The Plassey Airstrip?
The nearest airport to The Plassey Airstrip is Trench Farm Airstrip (GB-0898), about 3.7 nm to the sse, followed by Chirk Airfield and North Wales Gliding Club.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. The Plassey Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.