Polmont
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 53m 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 Polmont
Polmont is a small airport in United Kingdom. It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Cumbernauld Airport (EGPG), about 9.4 nm to the w.
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(7)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EDINBURGH CTA 4 | Class D | CTA | 3500 ft MSL | 6000 ft MSL |
| SCOTTISH TMA 3 TMZ | Class D | TMZ | 6000 ft MSL | FL100 |
| SCOTTISH TMA 3 | Class D | TMA | 6000 ft MSL | FL195 |
| EDINBURGH CTA 1 | Class D | CTA | 2500 ft MSL | 6000 ft MSL |
| EDINBURGH CTA 3 | Class D | CTA | 3500 ft MSL | 6000 ft MSL |
| SCOTTISH TMA 7 | Class E | TMA | 4000 ft MSL | 6000 ft MSL |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| M9 JUNCTION 4 | 0.6 nm | 037° | On request |
| LONGANNET POWER STATION | 4.1 nm | 006° | On request |
| BATHGATE RAILWAY STATION | 5.4 nm | 159° | On request |
| M9 JUNCTION 2 | 6.1 nm | 089° | On request |
| M9 JUNCTION 1A | 9.4 nm | 099° | On request |
| FORTH ROAD BRIDGE | 9.9 nm | 081° | On request |
| KIRKNEWTON | 10.9 nm | 121° | On request |
| COBBINHAW RESERVOIR | 11.2 nm | 157° | On request |
| M8 JUNCTION 1 | 13.3 nm | 104° | On request |
| M90 JUNCTION 4 | 13.5 nm | 048° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Hill transmitter (new) | 1,007 ft | 899 ft | — |
| Black Hill transmitter (old) | 1,007 ft | 909 ft | — |
| Kirk o'Shotts transmitter | 600 ft | 879 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 492 ft | 505 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 492 ft | 492 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 492 ft | 486 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 968 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 646 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Polmont.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Polmont located?
Polmont is small airport located in United Kingdom.
What time zone is Polmont in?
Polmont is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Polmont?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Polmont is approximately 0.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Polmont?
The nearest airport to Polmont is Cumbernauld Airport (EGPG), about 9.4 nm to the w, followed by Broomhill Farm Airstrip and Sheardale airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Polmont data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.