RAF Stoney Cross Air Base
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 41m 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 Stoney Cross Air Base
Royal Air Force Stoney Cross or more simply RAF Stoney Cross is a former Royal Air Force station in the New Forest, Hampshire, England. The airfield is located approximately 4 miles (6.4 km) northwest of Lyndhurst and 11 miles (18 km) west of Southampton.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PORTSMOUTH CTA 6 | Class A | CTA | 5500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| PORTSMOUTH CTA 10 | Class A | CTA | FL095 | FL195 |
| PORTSMOUTH CTA 13 | Class A | CTA | FL065 | FL095 |
| PORTSMOUTH CTA 18 | Class A | CTA | 5500 ft MSL | FL095 |
| SOLENT CTA 2 | Class D | CTA | 2000 ft MSL | 5500 ft MSL |
| SOLENT CTA 4 | Class D | CTA | 2500 ft MSL | 5500 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| STONEY CROSS | 0.1 nm | 268° | On request |
| M27 JUNCTION 2 | 5.2 nm | 067° | Compulsory |
| ROMSEY | 7.7 nm | 052° | Compulsory |
| BEAULIEU | 8.6 nm | 138° | Compulsory |
| HENGISTBURY HEAD | 12.5 nm | 197° | On request |
| HURST CASTLE | 12.9 nm | 162° | On request |
| CALSHOT | 13.6 nm | 114° | Compulsory |
| NEEDLES LIGHTHOUSE | 15.2 nm | 171° | Compulsory |
| COWES | 16.4 nm | 123° | Compulsory |
| TARRANT RUSHTON | 16.5 nm | 257° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moresby Tower | 262 ft | 43 ft | — |
| Rockbourne | — | 331 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Stoney Cross Air Base located?
RAF Stoney Cross Air Base is closed located in United Kingdom.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Stoney Cross Air Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.