Chesham Vale Airstrip
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About Chesham Vale Airstrip
Chesham Vale Airstrip is a small airport in Chesham, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom. It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Bovingdon Airstrip (GB-0751), about 2.3 nm to the e.
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(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LONDON TMA 1 | Class A | TMA | 2500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LONDON TMA 3 | Class A | TMA | 3500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAKES | 5.4 nm | 329° | On request |
| ST GILES | 6.2 nm | 166° | On request |
| TERRI | 6.9 nm | 287° | On request |
| M1 JUNCTION 8 | 7.3 nm | 079° | On request |
| MAPLE CROSS | 7.3 nm | 148° | On request |
| CANAL BEND | 8.4 nm | 126° | On request |
| M40 JUNCTION 2 | 8.4 nm | 185° | On request |
| M1 JUNCTION 9 | 8.8 nm | 054° | On request |
| HYDE | 11.2 nm | 053° | On request |
| GRIMM´S TOWER | 11.5 nm | 125° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chesham Transmitter | 571 ft | 423 ft | — |
| Berryfields Wind Turbine | 489 ft | 236 ft | — |
| Lower Waldridge Wind Turbine (proposed) | 335 ft | 262 ft | — |
| Hemel Hempstead Transmitter | 325 ft | 479 ft | — |
| Lofty | 164 ft | 262 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 276 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 358 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Chesham Vale Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Chesham Vale Airstrip located?
Chesham Vale Airstrip is small airport located in Chesham, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom.
What time zone is Chesham Vale Airstrip in?
Chesham Vale Airstrip is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Chesham Vale Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Chesham Vale Airstrip is approximately 1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Chesham Vale Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Chesham Vale Airstrip is Bovingdon Airstrip (GB-0751), about 2.3 nm to the e, followed by New Model Farm Airstrip and RAF Halton.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Chesham Vale Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.