RAF Caistor
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 51m 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 Caistor
Royal Air Force Caistor or more simply RAF Caistor is a former Royal Air Force relief landing ground located 6 miles (10 km) south east of Brigg, Lincolnshire and 9 miles (14 km) north west of Binbrook, Lincolnshire, England, the site is now used for farming.
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.
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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(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LINCOLNSHIRE CTA 2 | Class A | CTA | FL125 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAISTOR | 1.7 nm | 104° | On request |
| BRIGG | 5.3 nm | 305° | On request |
| ELSHAM WOLDS | 6.8 nm | 340° | On request |
| LACEBY CROSSROADS | 6.8 nm | 073° | On request |
| IMMINGHAM DOCKS | 9.7 nm | 039° | On request |
| NORTH TWR HUMBER BRIDGE | 13.1 nm | 346° | On request |
| GAINSBOROUGH | 16 nm | 246° | On request |
| HAXEY | 17.2 nm | 268° | On request |
| GOOLE DOCKS | 21.7 nm | 303° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont transmitting station | 1,155 ft | 387 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 23 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 167 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 194 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 72 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 66 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 98 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 95 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Caistor located?
RAF Caistor is closed located in Market Rasen, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 85 ft (26 m).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Caistor data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.