Samlesbury Aerodrome
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 52m 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 Samlesbury Aerodrome
Samlesbury Aerodrome is a disused airfield at Balderstone near Samlesbury and Blackburn in the Ribble Valley district of Lancashire. The aerodrome is owned by defence company BAE Systems, which uses the site for the manufacture of several different aircraft. Currently the company employs approximately 3,000 people at the site. The aerodrome is part of Lancashire Enterprise Zone.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, 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.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MANCHESTER TMA 1 | Class A | TMA | 3500 ft MSL | FL245 |
| YORKSHIRE CTA 5 | Class A | CTA | FL065 | FL195 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| M65 JUNCTION M61 | 3.6 nm | 231° | On request |
| M6 JUNCTION M55 | 5.1 nm | 294° | On request |
| WINTER HILL MAST | 9.1 nm | 168° | On request |
| INSKIP | 9.9 nm | 289° | On request |
| GARSTANG MARINA | 11.2 nm | 315° | On request |
| M55 JUNCTION 3 | 11.5 nm | 280° | On request |
| MIDDLEBROOK STADIUM | 11.6 nm | 174° | On request |
| M55 JUNCTION 4 | 14.8 nm | 275° | On request |
| HULTON | 14.9 nm | 164° | On request |
| WIGAN LAKES | 15.3 nm | 188° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter Hill Transmitting Station | 1,017 ft | 1,424 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 610 ft | 39 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 604 ft | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 600 ft | 36 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 600 ft | 33 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,079 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 922 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 20 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Samlesbury Aerodrome located?
Samlesbury Aerodrome is closed located in Balderstone, Lancashire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 249 ft (76 m).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Samlesbury Aerodrome data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.