RAF Portreath
Daylight today(Oct 15, 2026, local time)
About 10h 48m 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 Portreath
Remote Radar Head Portreath or RRH Portreath is an air defence radar station operated by the Royal Air Force. It has a coastal location at Nancekuke Common, approximately 1.25 kilometres (0.78 mi) north east of the village of Portreath in Cornwall, 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.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| PENDEEN LIGHTHOUSE | 16.9 nm | 248° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tregonning Hill | 636 ft | 499 ft | — |
| Redruth transmitter | 568 ft | 771 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 315 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 374 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 377 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 344 ft | — |
| Roskrow Wind Farm | — | 584 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 289 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Portreath located?
RAF Portreath is closed located in Portreath, United Kingdom.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Portreath data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.