RAF Lichfield
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 48m 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 Lichfield
Royal Air Force Lichfield or more simply RAF Lichfield is a former Royal Air Force station located in Fradley, 2 miles (3.2 km) north east of Lichfield, Staffordshire, England. The airfield was the busiest airfield in Staffordshire during the Second World War. The airfield supported its own units as well as providing safe haven for many more. It was a control point for all aviation traffic that passed through the Birmingham area during the war and saw more aircraft movements than any other Staffordshire airfield.
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(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAVENTRY CTA 19 | Class A | CTA | FL145 | FL195 |
| DAVENTRY CTA 9 | Class A | CTA | 4500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| DAVENTRY CTA 3 | Class A | CTA | 5500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| BIRMINGHAM CTA 3 | Class D | CTA | 3500 ft MSL | 4500 ft MSL |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| LICHFIELD RAILWAY JUNCTION | 1.9 nm | 196° | On request |
| M42 JUNCTION 10 | 8.5 nm | 143° | On request |
| M42 JUNCTION 11 MEASHAM | 8.8 nm | 101° | On request |
| CHURCH BROUGHTON | 10.6 nm | 017° | On request |
| M6 HILTON PARK | 10.8 nm | 246° | On request |
| NUNEATON | 15.3 nm | 127° | On request |
| M! JUNCTION 22 MARKFIELD | 17.9 nm | 094° | On request |
| M6 JUNCTION 3 | 18.6 nm | 145° | On request |
| FRANKLEY RESERVOIRS | 19.5 nm | 204° | On request |
| ABEAM | 21.2 nm | 234° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lichfield Transmitting Station | 1,001 ft | 469 ft | — |
| Sutton Coldfield Transmitter | 889 ft | 538 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 318 ft | 755 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 272 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 489 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 203 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 200 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 200 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Lichfield located?
RAF Lichfield is closed located in Lichfield, United Kingdom.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Lichfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.