RAF Longtown
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 Longtown
Royal Air Force Longtown or more simply RAF Longtown is a former Royal Air Force satellite station located 2 miles (3.2 km) east of Longtown, Cumbria and 7.7 miles (12.4 km) northeast of Carlisle, Cumbria, England.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
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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(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BORDERS CTA 3 | Class A | CTA | FL125 | FL195 |
| BORDERS CTA 8 | Class A | CTA | FL095 | FL125 |
| BORDERS CTA 4 | Class A | CTA | FL165 | FL195 |
| NSGA BORDERS | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | FL195 |
| NSGA SCOTLAND | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 148 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 220 ft | — |
| Great Orton II | — | 174 ft | — |
| Great Orton II | — | 220 ft | — |
| Great Orton II | — | 203 ft | — |
| Great Orton II | — | 236 ft | — |
| Great Orton II | — | 217 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 118 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Longtown located?
RAF Longtown is closed located in Carlisle, Cumbria, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 117 ft (36 m).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Longtown data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.