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RAF Skaebrae Air Base

ICAO GB-0573🇬🇧 Orkney
Coordinates
59.0639°N, 3.2692°W
Type
Closed
Region
GB-SCT

Daylight today(Oct 15, 2026, local time)

Civil dawn
06:09
Sunrise
06:50
Sunset
17:09
Civil dusk
17:50

About 10h 19m 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.

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.

VFR reporting points nearby

PointDistanceBearingReporting
STROMBERRY10.6 nm101°On request
FOOT14.4 nm098°On request
LAMB HOLM ISLAND15.7 nm132°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

ObstacleHeight AGLTop (MSL)Lit
Obstacle—46 ft—
Obstacle—26 ft—
Obstacle—184 ft—
Obstacle—102 ft—
Obstacle—66 ft—
Obstacle—30 ft—
Obstacle—121 ft—
Obstacle—85 ft—

Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is RAF Skaebrae Air Base located?

RAF Skaebrae Air Base is closed located in Orkney, United Kingdom.

Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?

No. RAF Skaebrae Air Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.