RAF Bircotes
Daylight today(Oct 15, 2026, local time)
About 10h 39m 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 Bircotes
Royal Air Force Bircotes or more simply RAF Bircotes is a former Royal Air Force satellite station located within South Yorkshire, England. Although it was named after the village of Bircotes which is in Nottinghamshire.
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.
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(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LINCOLNSHIRE CTA 3 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | FL195 |
| NSGA DERBYSHIRE | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| A1/M18 WADWORTH INTERCHANGE | 4.8 nm | 305° | On request |
| DANESHILL LAKES | 5.7 nm | 140° | On request |
| HAXEY | 7.7 nm | 064° | On request |
| A1/A57 CLUMBER INTERCHANGE | 8.3 nm | 179° | On request |
| M1/M18 THURCROFT | 9 nm | 254° | On request |
| M18 STAINFORTH SERVICES | 9.6 nm | 011° | On request |
| GAINSBOROUGH | 9.9 nm | 104° | On request |
| THORSBY LAKE | 12.4 nm | 183° | On request |
| GOOLE DOCKS | 16.8 nm | 020° | On request |
| BRIGG | 20.9 nm | 070° | 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 | — | 328 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 148 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 131 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 371 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 390 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 351 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 348 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 407 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Bircotes located?
RAF Bircotes is closed located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 108 ft (33 m).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Bircotes data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.