RFCS Southfields / RAF Acklington
Daylight today(Oct 15, 2026, local time)
About 10h 33m 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 RFCS Southfields / RAF Acklington
Royal Air Force Acklington, simply known as RAF Acklington, is a former Royal Flying Corps and Royal Air Force station located 3.2 miles (5.1 km) southwest of Amble, Northumberland, England and 35 kilometres (22 mi) north of Newcastle upon Tyne.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BORDERS CTA 12 | Class D | CTA | FL155 | FL195 |
| EGD514 COMBAT AIRSPACE | Special use | Danger | FL085 | FL660 |
| NSGA BORDERS | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MORPETH RAILWAY STATION | 8.2 nm | 192° | On request |
| BLYTH WINDFARM | 11.4 nm | 155° | On request |
| BOLAM LAKE | 12.9 nm | 220° | On request |
| OUSTON | 18.3 nm | 207° | On request |
| BLAYDON | 19.8 nm | 186° | On request |
| TYNE BRIDGES | 19.8 nm | 177° | On request |
| STAGSHAW MASTS | 20.7 nm | 220° | On request |
| HEXHAM | 25.3 nm | 220° | 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 | — | 551 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 20 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 79 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 49 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 115 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 105 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 66 ft | — |
| Blyth Harbour Repowering | — | 16 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RFCS Southfields / RAF Acklington located?
RFCS Southfields / RAF Acklington is closed located in Morpeth, Northumberland, United Kingdom.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RFCS Southfields / RAF Acklington data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.