Ripley Airfield
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 49m 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 Ripley Airfield
Ripley Airfield is a small airport in Alfreton, Derbyshire, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 397 ft (121 m). It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Butterfield Farm Airstrip (GB-0706), about 1.1 nm to the nnw.
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(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAVENTRY CTA 12 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | FL195 |
| DAVENTRY CTA 3 | Class A | CTA | 5500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| EAST MIDLANDS CTA 7 | Class D | CTA | 4000 ft MSL | FL105 |
| NSGA DERBYSHIRE | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| TROWELL | 7.6 nm | 145° | On request |
| CHURCH BROUGHTON | 15.5 nm | 226° | On request |
| THORSBY LAKE | 15.5 nm | 051° | On request |
| A1/A57 CLUMBER INTERCHANGE | 18.9 nm | 043° | On request |
| M1/M18 THURCROFT | 20.1 nm | 011° | On request |
| BUXTON | 22.1 nm | 301° | On request |
| DANESHILL LAKES | 24.1 nm | 042° | On request |
| MELTON MOWBRAY | 26.5 nm | 137° | 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 | 33 ft | 636 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 33 ft | 863 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 33 ft | 600 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 135 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 377 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 502 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 292 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 138 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Ripley Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Ripley Airfield located?
Ripley Airfield is small airport located in Alfreton, Derbyshire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 397 ft (121 m).
What time zone is Ripley Airfield in?
Ripley Airfield is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Ripley Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Ripley Airfield is approximately 0.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Ripley Airfield?
The nearest airport to Ripley Airfield is Butterfield Farm Airstrip (GB-0706), about 1.1 nm to the nnw, followed by Park Hall Airstrip and Watnall Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Ripley Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.