RAF Ouston
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 57m 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 Ouston
Royal Air Force Ouston or more simply RAF Ouston is a former Royal Air Force station that was located near the village of Stamfordham and the village of Heddon-on-the-Wall on Hadrian's Wall near Newcastle upon Tyne. It was built as a Second World War aerodrome and is today used by the British Army. Just north of the airfield is Richmond Hill, Northumberland, in the parish of Stamfordham.
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(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YORKSHIRE CTA 10 | Class A | CTA | FL125 | FL195 |
| BORDERS CTA 9 | Class D | CTA | FL105 | FL125 |
| NEWCASTLE CTA 1 | Class D | CTA | 1500 ft MSL | FL105 |
| NEWCASTLE CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | FL105 |
| EGD514 COMBAT AIRSPACE | Special use | Danger | FL085 | FL660 |
| NSGA BORDERS | 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.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| OUSTON | 0.1 nm | 336° | On request |
| STAGSHAW MASTS | 5.2 nm | 276° | On request |
| BOLAM LAKE | 6.4 nm | 000° | On request |
| BLAYDON | 7.1 nm | 118° | On request |
| HEXHAM | 8.5 nm | 248° | On request |
| TYNE BRIDGES | 9.8 nm | 110° | On request |
| DERWENT RESERVOIR | 10.1 nm | 201° | On request |
| MORPETH RAILWAY STATION | 10.6 nm | 038° | On request |
| BLYTH WINDFARM | 14.4 nm | 065° | On request |
| DURHAM | 18.2 nm | 145° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontop Pike transmitter | 489 ft | 955 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 479 ft | 722 ft | — |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme Turbine | 427 ft | 180 ft | — |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme Turbine | 427 ft | 249 ft | — |
| Vale House | 262 ft | 98 ft | — |
| Shieldfield House | 253 ft | 171 ft | — |
| Kiln Pit Hill | — | 728 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 751 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Ouston located?
RAF Ouston is closed located in Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 490 ft (149 m).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Ouston data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.