York Racecourse Balloonport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 53m 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 York Racecourse Balloonport
York Racecourse Balloonport is a closed in York, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 49 ft (15 m).
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YORKSHIRE CTA 10 | Class A | CTA | FL125 | FL195 |
| NSGA YORKSHIRE | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | FL195 |
| TRAG YORKSHIRE LOWER | Special use | Gliding sector | FL195 | FL240 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| NABURN MARINA | 2.3 nm | 172° | On request |
| TADCASTER JUNCTION | 5.9 nm | 234° | On request |
| BISHOP WOOD | 8.6 nm | 194° | On request |
| M1/A1 JUNCTION | 11.7 nm | 227° | On request |
| HARROGATE RAILWAY STATION | 15.7 nm | 280° | On request |
| ECCUP RESERVOIR | 16.4 nm | 254° | On request |
| GOOLE DOCKS | 17 nm | 152° | On request |
| ARTHINGTON VIADUCT | 17.9 nm | 262° | On request |
| DEWSBURY | 24.4 nm | 231° | 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 | — | 30 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 49 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 52 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 98 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 52 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 52 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 171 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 52 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is York Racecourse Balloonport located?
York Racecourse Balloonport is closed located in York, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 49 ft (15 m).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. York Racecourse Balloonport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.