RAF Abbots Bromley
Daylight today(Oct 14, 2026, local time)
About 10h 45m 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 Abbots Bromley
RAF Abbots Bromley is a former Royal Air Force Relief Landing Ground (RLG) located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) north-west of the village of Abbots Bromley, Staffordshire. The airfield opened during 1940 and closed on 31 March 1949 being the satellite of RAF Burnaston.
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(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAVENTRY CTA 19 | Class A | CTA | FL145 | FL195 |
| DAVENTRY CTA 9 | Class A | CTA | 4500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| DAVENTRY CTA 20 | Class A | CTA | FL085 | FL195 |
| DAVENTRY CTA 8 | Class A | CTA | 5500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| NSGA WALES | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | FL195 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHURCH BROUGHTON | 7.9 nm | 063° | On request |
| LICHFIELD RAILWAY JUNCTION | 9.1 nm | 158° | On request |
| M6 HILTON PARK | 12.5 nm | 209° | On request |
| M42 JUNCTION 11 MEASHAM | 15 nm | 123° | On request |
| M42 JUNCTION 10 | 16.2 nm | 146° | On request |
| NUNEATON | 22.6 nm | 134° | On request |
| ABEAM | 23.2 nm | 215° | On request |
| M6 SANDBACH SERVICES | 24.7 nm | 320° | 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 | 318 ft | 755 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 489 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 200 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 302 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 302 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 200 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 272 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 233 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Abbots Bromley located?
RAF Abbots Bromley is closed located in Rugeley, Staffordshire, United Kingdom.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Abbots Bromley data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.