RAF Balado Bridge
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 14h 3m 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 Balado Bridge
Royal Air Force Balado Bridge or more simply RAF Balado Bridge is a former Royal Air Force satellite station located 2 miles west of Kinross, in central Scotland. It opened in 1942 as a satellite airfield to RAF Grangemouth, and closed in 1957. It has since served as a NATO satellite station, a microlight flying base, and as the venue for the T in the Park music festival.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCOTTISH TMA 3 TMZ | Class D | TMZ | 6000 ft MSL | FL100 |
| SCOTTISH TMA 3 | Class D | TMA | 6000 ft MSL | FL195 |
| NSGA SCOTLAND | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | FL195 |
| BALADO PARK | Special use | Activity area | GND | 2423 ft MSL |
| TRAG PORTMOAK | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| M90 JUNCTION 4 | 5.5 nm | 156° | On request |
| KIRKCALDY HARBOUR | 11.9 nm | 120° | On request |
| LONGANNET POWER STATION | 12.4 nm | 217° | On request |
| FORTH ROAD BRIDGE | 12.6 nm | 171° | On request |
| M9 JUNCTION 2 | 14 nm | 187° | On request |
| M9 JUNCTION 4 | 15.4 nm | 209° | On request |
| M9 JUNCTION 1A | 15.6 nm | 175° | On request |
| M8 JUNCTION 1 | 18 nm | 164° | On request |
| ARTHUR´S SEAT | 19 nm | 148° | On request |
| KIRKNEWTON | 19.6 nm | 176° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Craigkelly Transmitter | 410 ft | 584 ft | — |
| Colinswell | 361 ft | 98 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 69 ft | 335 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 69 ft | 358 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 256 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 154 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 338 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 138 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Balado Bridge located?
RAF Balado Bridge is closed located in Kinross, Perth and Kinross, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 424 ft (129 m).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Balado Bridge data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.