Unst Airfield
Daylight today(Oct 14, 2026, local time)
About 10h 17m 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 Unst Airfield
Unst Airport also called Baltasound Airport is an unlicensed airfield near Baltasound, on the island of Unst, Shetland Islands, Scotland. The airfield has effectively been mothballed since 1996 and is now only used by the emergency services. Unst Airport is the most northerly airfield in the United Kingdom.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
EGPWNOTAMs
EGPWReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live 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.
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.
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | Unst A/G | 130.350 MHz |
| AFIS | Unst AFIS | 130.350 MHz |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EGD902C SAXAVORD | Special use | Danger | GND | FL999 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 52 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 52 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 180 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 213 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 69 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 62 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 230 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 226 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Unst Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Unst Airfield?
The ICAO code for Unst Airfield is EGPW.
Where is Unst Airfield located?
Unst Airfield is small airport located in Baltasound, Shetland Islands, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 62 ft (19 m).
What time zone is Unst Airfield in?
Unst Airfield is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Unst Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Unst 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 Unst Airfield?
The nearest airport to Unst Airfield is Fetlar Airstrip (FEA), about 8.7 nm to the s, followed by Out Skerries Airfield and Whalsay Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Unst Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.