Out Skerries Airfield
Daylight today(Jul 21, 2026, local time)
About 17h 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 Out Skerries Airfield
Out Skerries Airfield is a small airport in Grunay Island, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 76 ft (23 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 1,195 ft / 364 m. It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Whalsay Airstrip (WHS), about 6 nm to the wsw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 1,195 ft / 364 m | — | — | Unlit | Open |
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 33 ft | 79 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 125 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 148 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 56 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 69 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 128 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 207 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 118 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Out Skerries Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Out Skerries Airfield located?
Out Skerries Airfield is small airport located in Grunay Island, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 76 ft (23 m).
How many runways does Out Skerries Airfield have?
Out Skerries Airfield has 1 runway, the longest being 1,195 ft / 364 m.
What time zone is Out Skerries Airfield in?
Out Skerries Airfield is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Out Skerries Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Out Skerries Airfield is approximately 0.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Out Skerries Airfield?
The nearest airport to Out Skerries Airfield is Whalsay Airstrip (WHS), about 6 nm to the wsw, followed by Fetlar Airstrip and Unst Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Out Skerries Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.