Burn Airfield
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 44m 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 Burn Airfield
Royal Air Force Burn or more simply RAF Burn is a former Royal Air Force satellite station located 5 miles (8 km) south of Selby and 0.5 miles (0.8 km) east of Burn in North Yorkshire, England which opened in 1942 before closing in 1946.
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(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YORKSHIRE CTA 10 | Class A | CTA | FL125 | FL195 |
| NSGA YORKSHIRE | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | FL195 |
| BURN | Special use | Activity area | GND | 3020 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United Kingdom airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| BISHOP WOOD | 4.5 nm | 325° | On request |
| GOOLE DOCKS | 8 nm | 112° | On request |
| NABURN MARINA | 9.7 nm | 359° | On request |
| M1/A1 JUNCTION | 9.9 nm | 294° | On request |
| M18 STAINFORTH SERVICES | 10 nm | 160° | On request |
| TADCASTER JUNCTION | 10.1 nm | 328° | On request |
| A1/M18 WADWORTH INTERCHANGE | 16.3 nm | 188° | On request |
| HAXEY | 17.7 nm | 151° | On request |
| ECCUP RESERVOIR | 17.8 nm | 295° | On request |
| DEWSBURY | 19.8 nm | 260° | On request |
Named VFR reporting points within ~20 nm; distance and bearing are from the airport reference point. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — check the current VAC/AIP for procedures and whether a report is required.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 59 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 62 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 62 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 59 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 56 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 62 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 62 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Burn Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Burn Airfield located?
Burn Airfield is small airport located in Selby, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 25 ft (8 m).
What time zone is Burn Airfield in?
Burn Airfield is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Burn Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Burn Airfield is approximately 0.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Burn Airfield?
The nearest airport to Burn Airfield is Cliffe Airstrip (GB-0361), about 3.8 nm to the ne, followed by Bridge Cottage Airstrip and Birchwood Lodge Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Burn Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.