RAF Bishopscourt
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 54m 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 Bishopscourt
Royal Air Force Bishops Court or more simply RAF Bishops Court is a former Royal Air Force airfield, radar control and reporting station located on the south east coast of Northern Ireland, approximately 5.8 miles (9.3 km) from Downpatrick, County Down, Northern Ireland and 24.7 miles (39.8 km) from Belfast, Northern Ireland. A Marconi AMES Type 84 radar was located on the airfield and an AMES Type 80 radar was located at Killard Point, Ballyhornan. An AMES Type 93 mobile radar was also located on the airfield from 1989 until the station closed.
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(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STRANGFORD CTA 6 | Class D | CTA | FL045 | FL195 |
| STRANGFORD CTA-4 | Class D | Controlled | FL055 | FL195 |
| STRANGFORD CTA 4 | Class D | CTA | FL055 | FL195 |
| STRANGFORD CTA 3 | Class D | CTA | FL105 | FL195 |
| BELFAST TMA 2 | Class D | TMA | 3500 ft MSL | FL105 |
| BELFAST TMA 2 | Class D | Controlled | 3500 ft MSL | FL105 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAINTFIELD | 12.9 nm | 316° | On request |
| COMBER | 15.8 nm | 338° | On request |
| DIVIS | 23.6 nm | 320° | 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 | — | 56 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 66 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 30 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 144 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 82 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 36 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 49 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Bishopscourt located?
RAF Bishopscourt is closed located in Downpatrick, County Down, United Kingdom.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Bishopscourt data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.