Rands Farm Airstrip
Daylight today(Oct 16, 2026, local time)
About 10h 39m 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 Rands Farm Airstrip
Rands Farm Airstrip is a small airport in Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom. It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Raydon Wings Glider Field (GB-0553), about 3 nm to the ese.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLACTON CTA 2 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | FL195 |
| CLACTON CTA 3 | Class A | CTA | FL085 | FL195 |
| LONDON TMA 17 | Class A | TMA | FL075 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRAINTREE | 16.6 nm | 237° | On request |
| HAVERHILL | 18.5 nm | 280° | On request |
| NORTHEY ISLAND | 20 nm | 203° | On request |
| CHELMSFORD | 24.5 nm | 224° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sudbury B | 545 ft | 220 ft | — |
| Manningtree Transmitter | 505 ft | 112 ft | — |
| Sudbury A | 338 ft | 220 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 108 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 102 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 95 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 98 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 98 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Rands Farm Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Rands Farm Airstrip located?
Rands Farm Airstrip is small airport located in Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom.
What time zone is Rands Farm Airstrip in?
Rands Farm Airstrip is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Rands Farm Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Rands Farm Airstrip is approximately 1.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Rands Farm Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Rands Farm Airstrip is Raydon Wings Glider Field (GB-0553), about 3 nm to the ese, followed by Elmsett Airfield and Milden Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Rands Farm Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.