MOD St Athan
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 16h 4m 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 MOD St Athan
Ministry of Defence St Athan or MOD St Athan, formerly known as Royal Air Force St Athan, or more simply RAF St Athan, is a large Ministry of Defence unit near the village of St Athan in the Vale of Glamorgan, southern Wales.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
EGDXLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 / 25 | 5,997 ft / 1,828 m | 141 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 126.625 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 34.045 MHz |
| GND | GND | 24.112 MHz |
| MISC | CARDIFF ATIS | 132.475 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.125 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COTSWOLD CTA 1 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | FL195 |
| CARDIFF CTA 3 | Class D | CTA | 2000 ft MSL | FL105 |
| CARDIFF CTA 4 | Class D | CTA | 3000 ft MSL | FL105 |
| CARDIFF CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | FL105 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United Kingdom airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wenvoe transmitter | 853 ft | 443 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 751 ft | 420 ft | — |
| Bridge Street Exchange | 269 ft | 52 ft | — |
| Ty Pont Haearn | 262 ft | 82 ft | — |
| Capital Tower | 262 ft | 98 ft | — |
| Stadium House | 256 ft | 92 ft | — |
| 5 Capital Quarter | 249 ft | 66 ft | — |
| Fusion Students Cardiff | 246 ft | 46 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from MOD St Athan.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for MOD St Athan?
The ICAO code for MOD St Athan is EGDX.
Where is MOD St Athan located?
MOD St Athan is medium airport located in St Athan, Vale of Glamorgan, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 163 ft (50 m).
How many runways does MOD St Athan have?
MOD St Athan has 1 runway, the longest being 5,997 ft / 1,828 m.
What time zone is MOD St Athan in?
MOD St Athan is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at MOD St Athan?
The magnetic variation (declination) at MOD St Athan is approximately 0°, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near MOD St Athan?
The nearest airport to MOD St Athan is Cardiff International Airport (CWL), about 3.4 nm to the e, followed by Old Park Farm Airstrip and Brookside Farm Private Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. MOD St Athan data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.