RAF Boxted
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 Boxted
Royal Air Force Boxted or more simply RAF Boxted is a former Royal Air Force station located 4 miles (6.4 km) north-northeast of Colchester, 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(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLACTON CTA 3 | Class A | CTA | FL085 | FL195 |
| LONDON TMA 8 | Class A | TMA | 5500 ft MSL | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRAINTREE | 14.4 nm | 256° | On request |
| NORTHEY ISLAND | 14.9 nm | 211° | On request |
| SOUTHMINSTER LAKES | 17.1 nm | 193° | On request |
| HAVERHILL | 20.4 nm | 296° | On request |
| CHELMSFORD | 20.8 nm | 235° | On request |
| SOUTH WOODHAM | 21.3 nm | 215° | On request |
| BILLERICAY LAKE | 26.3 nm | 227° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sudbury B | 545 ft | 220 ft | — |
| Manningtree Transmitter | 505 ft | 112 ft | — |
| Sudbury A | 338 ft | 220 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 52 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 43 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 121 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 69 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 108 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Boxted located?
RAF Boxted is closed located in Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Boxted data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.