RAAF Station Schofields
Daylight today(Aug 31, 2026, local time)
About 11h 20m 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 RAAF Station Schofields
RAAF Station Schofields is a former Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) military air base and aerodrome located at Schofields, a suburb of Sydney in New South Wales, Australia. The aerodrome was used during World War II and was in operation between 1942 and 1944.
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(14)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A1 | Class A | CTA | FL180 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A1 | Class A | CTA | FL180 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| SYDNEY CTA C10 | Class C | CTA | 7500 ft MSL | 8500 ft MSL |
| SYDNEY CTA C11 | Class C | CTA | 8500 ft MSL | FL115 |
| SYDNEY CTA C12 | Class C | CTA | FL115 | FL125 |
| SOUTH-EASTERN CTA C2 | Class C | CTA | FL155 | FL180 |
| SYDNEY CTA C09 | Class C | CTA | 4500 ft MSL | 7500 ft MSL |
| SYDNEY CTA C06 | Class C | CTA | 2500 ft MSL | 4500 ft MSL |
| SOUTH-EASTERN CTA C1 | Class C | CTA | FL125 | FL155 |
| SYDNEY CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| EAST COAST CTA E2 | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Australia airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Parramatta Square | 518 ft | 66 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 413 ft | 46 ft | — |
| 32 Smith Street | 384 ft | 36 ft | — |
| Opal Tower | 384 ft | 36 ft | — |
| V by Crown | 338 ft | 75 ft | — |
| 3 Parramatta Square | 276 ft | 56 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 164 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAAF Station Schofields located?
RAAF Station Schofields is closed located in Sydney, Australia, at an elevation of 49 ft (15 m).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAAF Station Schofields data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.