RAF Bottisham
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 46m 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 Bottisham
Royal Air Force Bottisham or more simply RAF Bottisham is a former Royal Air Force station located 5 miles (8 km) east of Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, 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(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLACTON CTA 11 | Class C | CTA | FL105 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| HAVERHILL | 10.2 nm | 140° | On request |
| AUDLEY END RAILWAY | 12.7 nm | 188° | On request |
| DEBDEN | 13.3 nm | 177° | On request |
| NUTHAMPSTEAD | 15.2 nm | 208° | On request |
| SPRIGGS SOLAR FARM | 15.4 nm | 164° | On request |
| HAZELEND WOOD | 19.5 nm | 189° | On request |
| HANGAR 12 | 19.7 nm | 184° | On request |
| PUCKERIDGE A10/A120 | 21.8 nm | 205° | 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 | — | 322 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 322 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 341 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 335 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 328 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 256 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 315 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Bottisham located?
RAF Bottisham is closed located in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 49 ft (15 m).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Bottisham data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.