Rattlesden Airfield
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 38m 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 Rattlesden Airfield
The Royal Air Force Rattlesden or more simply RAF Rattlesden is a former Royal Air Force station located 9 miles (14 km) south east of Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, England.
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.
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | Rattlesden Base | 130.290 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLACTON CTA 2 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | FL195 |
| CLACTON CTA 3 | Class A | CTA | FL085 | FL195 |
| WATTISHAM | Class G | MATZ | GND | 3283 ft MSL |
| RATTLESDEN | Special use | Activity area | GND | 2305 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| HAVERHILL | 16.7 nm | 252° | On request |
| BRAINTREE | 20.9 nm | 214° | On request |
| SPRIGGS SOLAR FARM | 22 nm | 237° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mendlesham transmitting station | 1,001 ft | 197 ft | — |
| Sudbury B | 545 ft | 220 ft | — |
| Sudbury A | 338 ft | 220 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 180 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 213 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 164 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 154 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 154 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Rattlesden Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Rattlesden Airfield located?
Rattlesden Airfield is small airport located in Bury Saint Edmunds, Suffolk, United Kingdom.
What time zone is Rattlesden Airfield in?
Rattlesden Airfield is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Rattlesden Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Rattlesden Airfield is approximately 1.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Rattlesden Airfield?
The nearest airport to Rattlesden Airfield is Brown Farm Airstrip (GB-0973), about 2 nm to the s, followed by Lavenham Airstrip and Wattisham Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Rattlesden Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.