Cark airfield
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 54m 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 Cark airfield
Royal Air Force Cark or more simply RAF Cark is a former Royal Air Force station in the county of Cumbria which was operational between 1941 and 1945. It was built near the villages of Cark and Flookburgh on the Cartmel Peninsula which today forms part of Cumbria.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 / 24 | 1,640 ft / 500 m | 50 ft | — | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF(R) | Cark Radio | 129.900 MHz |
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YORKSHIRE CTA 7 | Class A | CTA | FL145 | FL195 |
| YORKSHIRE CTA 4 | Class A | CTA | FL125 | FL195 |
| YORKSHIRE CTA 16 | Class A | CTA | FL095 | FL125 |
| NSGA YORKSHIRE | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | FL195 |
| CARK | Special use | Activity area | GND | FL145 |
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 | 15 nm | 191° | On request |
| GARSTANG MARINA | 16.7 nm | 159° | On request |
| POULTON | 19 nm | 183° | 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 | 246 ft | 39 ft | — |
| Back Lane Quarry Wind Turbine | 164 ft | 157 ft | — |
| Heysham South Turbine 1 | — | 46 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 226 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 92 ft | — |
| Fanny House Farm Wind Turbine | — | 49 ft | — |
| Heysham South Turbine 3 | — | 56 ft | — |
| Heysham South Turbine 2 | — | 43 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Cark airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Cark airfield located?
Cark airfield is small airport located in Cark, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 20 ft (6 m).
How many runways does Cark airfield have?
Cark airfield has 1 runway, the longest being 1,640 ft / 500 m.
What time zone is Cark airfield in?
Cark airfield is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Cark airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Cark airfield 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 Cark airfield?
The nearest airport to Cark airfield is Middleton Sands Microlight (GB-1150), about 10.1 nm to the sse, followed by Barrow Walney Island Airport and Cockerham Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Cark airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.