RAF Wittering
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 16h 18m 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 RAF Wittering
Royal Air Force Wittering or more simply RAF Wittering is a Royal Air Force station 10 miles (16 km) northwest of Peterborough, just south of Stamford, and just west of the A1 Great North Road. It lies within the unitary authority area of Peterborough, Cambridgeshire and the unitary authority area of North Northamptonshire. Although Stamford in Lincolnshire is the nearest town, the runways of RAF Wittering cross the boundary between Cambridgeshire and Northamptonshire.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
EGXTLive 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 | 9,052 ft / 2,759 m | 200 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 130.200 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 242.470 MHz |
| CAC | LONDON MIL | 29.997 MHz |
| DEP | DEP/DIR | 278.450 MHz |
| GND | GND | 369.220 MHz |
| GRN | — | 125.525 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 125.525 MHz |
| TWR | — | 372.220 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAVENTRY CTA 12 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | FL195 |
| DAVENTRY CTA 22 | Class C | CTA | FL145 | FL195 |
| WITTERING | Class G | ATZ | GND | 2273 ft MSL |
| WITTERING | Class G | MATZ | GND | 3273 ft MSL |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peterborough | 505 ft | 177 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 318 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 427 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 236 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 33 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 33 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 26 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from RAF Wittering.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for RAF Wittering?
The ICAO code for RAF Wittering is EGXT.
Where is RAF Wittering located?
RAF Wittering is medium airport located in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 273 ft (83 m).
How many runways does RAF Wittering have?
RAF Wittering has 1 runway, the longest being 9,052 ft / 2,759 m.
What time zone is RAF Wittering in?
RAF Wittering is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at RAF Wittering?
The magnetic variation (declination) at RAF Wittering is approximately 1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near RAF Wittering?
The nearest airport to RAF Wittering is Shacklewell Lodge Farm Airstrip (GB-0250), about 4.2 nm to the nw, followed by Peterborough/Sibson Airfield and Milton Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Wittering data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.