Pilling Sands Microlight
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 45m 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 Pilling Sands Microlight
Pilling Sands Microlight is a small airport in United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 17 ft (5 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Brook Farm Ultralight Airstrip (GB-0432), about 3.5 nm to the se.
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(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| FLEETWOOD | 2.5 nm | 250° | On request |
| POULTON | 5.1 nm | 184° | On request |
| GARSTANG MARINA | 6.9 nm | 104° | On request |
| TALL TOWER | 7.5 nm | 201° | On request |
| INSKIP | 8.2 nm | 141° | On request |
| M55 JUNCTION 3 | 8.2 nm | 157° | On request |
| M55 JUNCTION 4 | 8.4 nm | 181° | On request |
| ST ANNE´S PIER | 11.2 nm | 190° | On request |
| M6 JUNCTION M55 | 12.5 nm | 127° | On request |
| M65 JUNCTION M61 | 16.7 nm | 135° | 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 | 610 ft | 39 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 604 ft | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 600 ft | 33 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 600 ft | 36 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 246 ft | 39 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 79 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 79 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 46 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Pilling Sands Microlight.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Pilling Sands Microlight located?
Pilling Sands Microlight is small airport located in United Kingdom, at an elevation of 17 ft (5 m).
What time zone is Pilling Sands Microlight in?
Pilling Sands Microlight is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Pilling Sands Microlight?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Pilling Sands Microlight is approximately 0.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Pilling Sands Microlight?
The nearest airport to Pilling Sands Microlight is Brook Farm Ultralight Airstrip (GB-0432), about 3.5 nm to the se, followed by Moss Edge Farm Airfield and Tarn Farm Airfield (Rossall Field).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Pilling Sands Microlight data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.