Bywell Airfield
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 16h 44m 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 Bywell Airfield
Bywell Airfield is a small airport in Stocksfield, Northumberland, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 206 ft (63 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Currock Hill Glider Field (GB-0393), about 2.9 nm to the ese.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
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(8)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YORKSHIRE CTA 10 | Class A | CTA | FL125 | FL195 |
| NEWCASTLE CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | FL105 |
| BORDERS CTA 9 | Class D | CTA | FL105 | FL125 |
| NEWCASTLE CTA 1 | Class D | CTA | 1500 ft MSL | FL105 |
| BORDERS CTA 10 | Class D | CTA | FL055 | FL125 |
| NEWCASTLE CTA 5 | Class D | CTA | 3000 ft MSL | FL055 |
| EGD514 COMBAT AIRSPACE | Special use | Danger | FL085 | FL660 |
| NSGA YORKSHIRE | 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.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burnhope Transmitter | 781 ft | 840 ft | — |
| Pontop Pike transmitter | 489 ft | 955 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 479 ft | 722 ft | — |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme Turbine | 427 ft | 180 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 692 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 830 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 807 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 689 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Bywell Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Bywell Airfield located?
Bywell Airfield is small airport located in Stocksfield, Northumberland, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 206 ft (63 m).
What time zone is Bywell Airfield in?
Bywell Airfield is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Bywell Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Bywell Airfield is approximately 0.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Bywell Airfield?
The nearest airport to Bywell Airfield is Currock Hill Glider Field (GB-0393), about 2.9 nm to the ese, followed by Loadman Farm Airstrip and Newcastle International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Bywell Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.