Charterhall Airfield
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 16h 56m 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 Charterhall Airfield
Royal Air Force Charterhall or more simply RAF Charterhall is a former Royal Air Force satellite station located in the Scottish Borders and the historic county of Berwickshire between the village of Greenlaw and Duns. It was originally a First World War landing ground named Eccles Toft. The airfield was reconstructed in 1942 and was used mainly by No. 54 Operational Training Unit during Second World War. The RAF left in 1947 and the airfield was officially closed.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 / 25 | 1,969 ft / 600 m | 39 ft | Asphalt | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EGD514 COMBAT AIRSPACE | Special use | Danger | FL085 | FL660 |
| NSGA BORDERS | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | FL195 |
| NSGA SCOTLAND | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | FL195 |
| TRAG NORTHUMBRIA | Special use | Gliding sector | FL195 | FL240 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| OS Bench Mark - Catch-A-Penny Cottage | 381 ft | 351 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 243 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 561 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 591 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 308 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 548 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 230 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 256 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Charterhall Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Charterhall Airfield located?
Charterhall Airfield is small airport located in United Kingdom, at an elevation of 350 ft (107 m).
How many runways does Charterhall Airfield have?
Charterhall Airfield has 1 runway, the longest being 1,969 ft / 600 m.
What time zone is Charterhall Airfield in?
Charterhall Airfield is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Charterhall Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Charterhall Airfield is approximately 0°, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Charterhall Airfield?
The nearest airport to Charterhall Airfield is Eccles Newton Farm Airstrip (GB-1031), about 3.2 nm to the sse, followed by Lempitlaw Farm Airstrip and Nether Huntlywood Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Charterhall Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.