RAF Thorpe Abbotts
Daylight today(Oct 15, 2026, local time)
About 10h 42m 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 Thorpe Abbotts
Royal Air Force Thorpe Abbotts or more simply RAF Thorpe Abbotts is a former Royal Air Force station located 4 miles (6.4 km) east of Diss, Norfolk, in eastern 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.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| HETHEL | 10.8 nm | 353° | On request |
| STOKE HOLY CROSS MASTS | 12.3 nm | 021° | On request |
| KESWICK ROUNDABOUT | 12.5 nm | 011° | On request |
| THORPE ROUNDABOUT | 15.8 nm | 023° | On request |
| NORFOLK SHOWGROUND | 16.1 nm | 357° | On request |
| BRUNDALL MARINA | 16.2 nm | 030° | On request |
| ATTLEBRIDGE | 19 nm | 349° | 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 | — |
| Obstacle | — | 187 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 171 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 164 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 154 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 154 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 171 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 171 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Thorpe Abbotts located?
RAF Thorpe Abbotts is closed located in Diss, Norfolk, United Kingdom.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Thorpe Abbotts data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.