RAF Andrews Field / RAF Great Saling
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 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 Andrews Field / RAF Great Saling
Royal Air Force Andrews Field or more simply RAF Andrews Field is a former Royal Air Force station located 4 miles (6.4 km) east-northeast of Great Dunmow Essex, England.
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.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
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(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LONDON TMA 3 | Class A | TMA | 3500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LONDON TMA 8 | Class A | TMA | 5500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LONDON STANSTED CTA 3 | Class D | CTA | 2500 ft MSL | 3500 ft MSL |
| ANDREWSFIELD | Class G | ATZ | GND | 2286 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRAINTREE | 3.7 nm | 108° | On request |
| CANFIELD A120/B1256 | 5.3 nm | 252° | On request |
| SPRIGGS SOLAR FARM | 5.4 nm | 321° | On request |
| DIAMOND HANGAR | 8.4 nm | 262° | On request |
| DEBDEN | 8.9 nm | 310° | On request |
| HANGAR 12 | 8.9 nm | 265° | On request |
| BERNERS LAKE | 9.9 nm | 216° | On request |
| CHELMSFORD | 9.9 nm | 177° | On request |
| HAZELEND WOOD | 10.7 nm | 269° | On request |
| HAVERHILL | 11.1 nm | 355° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Garrett Transmitter | 295 ft | 269 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 203 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Andrews Field / RAF Great Saling located?
RAF Andrews Field / RAF Great Saling is closed located in Braintree, Essex, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 39 ft (12 m).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Andrews Field / RAF Great Saling data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.