RAF Errol
Daylight today(Oct 15, 2026, local time)
About 10h 29m 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 Errol
Royal Air Force Errol or more simply RAF Errol is a former Royal Air Force station located near the village of Errol in Perth & Kinross, Scotland, on the north bank of the Firth of Tay approximately halfway between Perth and Dundee.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TAY CTA 5 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | FL195 |
| TAY CTA 6 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | FL195 |
| NSGA SCOTLAND | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | FL195 |
| ERROL | Special use | Activity area | GND | FL104 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BROUGHTY CASTLE | 11.1 nm | 071° | On request |
| KIRKCALDY HARBOUR | 17.4 nm | 176° | On request |
| M90 JUNCTION 4 | 17.9 nm | 203° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angus transmitter | 774 ft | 1,010 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 282 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 866 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 486 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 98 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 846 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 607 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 427 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Errol located?
RAF Errol is closed located in Errol, Perth and Kinross, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 32 ft (10 m).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Errol data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.