RAF Broadwell
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 44m 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 Broadwell
Royal Air Force Broadwell or more simply RAF Broadwell is a former Royal Air Force station located 2 miles north of Broadwell and 3 miles southeast of Burford, Oxfordshire, and within 2 miles of RAF Brize Norton.
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(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAVENTRY CTA 15 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | FL195 |
| BRIZE NORTON CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | 3500 ft MSL |
| EGD218A FAIRFORD | Special use | Danger | GND | FL075 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BURFORD | 3 nm | 002° | On request |
| BAMPTON | 4 nm | 119° | On request |
| LECHLADE | 4.3 nm | 206° | On request |
| FARINGDON | 6.5 nm | 162° | On request |
| NORTHLEACH ROUNDABOUT | 8.7 nm | 304° | On request |
| CHARLBURY | 9 nm | 040° | On request |
| FARMOOR RESERVOIR | 10.5 nm | 091° | On request |
| CHIPPENHAM | 25.4 nm | 225° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westmill 1 | — | 302 ft | — |
| Westmill 2 | — | 331 ft | — |
| Westmill 3 | — | 335 ft | — |
| Westmill 4 | — | 315 ft | — |
| Westmill 5 | — | 299 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 203 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Broadwell located?
RAF Broadwell is closed located in Lechlade, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 348 ft (106 m).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Broadwell data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.