RAF Great Orton
Daylight today(Oct 15, 2026, local time)
About 10h 34m 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 Great Orton
RAF Great Orton is a closed in Carlisle, Cumbria, United Kingdom. It sits at an elevation of 240 ft (73 m).
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BORDERS CTA 3 | Class A | CTA | FL125 | FL195 |
| BORDERS CTA 8 | Class A | CTA | FL095 | FL125 |
| NSGA YORKSHIRE | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | FL195 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United Kingdom airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skelton Transmitting Station | 1,198 ft | 551 ft | — |
| Caldbeck transmitting station | 1,106 ft | 932 ft | — |
| Sandale transmitting station | 502 ft | 1,138 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 331 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 650 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 659 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 610 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 676 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Great Orton located?
RAF Great Orton is closed located in Carlisle, Cumbria, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 240 ft (73 m).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Great Orton data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.