RAF Acaster Malbis
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 53m 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 Acaster Malbis
Royal Air Force Acaster Malbis, or more simply RAF Acaster Malbis, is a former Royal Air Force station located 5.9 miles (9.5 km) south of York city centre and 5.7 miles (9.2 km) east of Tadcaster, North Yorkshire, England. It was developed from a small grass airfield at the beginning of the Second World War and its main use was as a training base for RAF Bomber Command, before being used by RAF Maintenance Command from 1944 until 1957.
Summary from Wikipedia 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 |
| TRAG YORKSHIRE LOWER | Special use | Gliding sector | FL195 | FL240 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| NABURN MARINA | 2.1 nm | 031° | On request |
| TADCASTER JUNCTION | 4.1 nm | 279° | On request |
| BISHOP WOOD | 4.5 nm | 198° | On request |
| M1/A1 JUNCTION | 8.7 nm | 243° | On request |
| GOOLE DOCKS | 13.9 nm | 142° | On request |
| ECCUP RESERVOIR | 15 nm | 268° | On request |
| HARROGATE RAILWAY STATION | 16.2 nm | 295° | On request |
| ARTHINGTON VIADUCT | 17.1 nm | 275° | On request |
| M18 STAINFORTH SERVICES | 17.9 nm | 165° | On request |
| DEWSBURY | 21.5 nm | 238° | 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 | 374 ft | 56 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 374 ft | 236 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 374 ft | 72 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 374 ft | 184 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 374 ft | 46 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 374 ft | 200 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 374 ft | 141 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 374 ft | 207 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Acaster Malbis located?
RAF Acaster Malbis is closed located in York, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 26 ft (8 m).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Acaster Malbis data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.