Burncastle
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 14h 5m 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 Burncastle
Burncastle is a heliport in United Kingdom. It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Nether Huntlywood Airstrip (GB-0413), about 6.4 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(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EGD514 COMBAT AIRSPACE | Special use | Danger | FL085 | FL660 |
| NSGA BORDERS | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | FL195 |
| NSGA SCOTLAND | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MUSSELBURGH RACECOURSE | 15.5 nm | 317° | On request |
| PENICUIK | 17.4 nm | 285° | On request |
| HILLEND SKI SLOPE | 18 nm | 296° | On request |
| ARTHUR´S SEAT | 18.4 nm | 307° | 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 | 226 ft | 1,152 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 226 ft | 1,096 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 226 ft | 1,198 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 226 ft | 1,033 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 194 ft | 968 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 194 ft | 1,060 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 194 ft | 1,063 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 194 ft | 1,125 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Burncastle.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Burncastle located?
Burncastle is heliport located in United Kingdom.
What time zone is Burncastle in?
Burncastle is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Burncastle?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Burncastle is approximately 0.2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Burncastle?
The nearest airport to Burncastle is Nether Huntlywood Airstrip (GB-0413), about 6.4 nm to the se, followed by Nairns Mains Airstrip and Castleton Farm.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Burncastle data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.