South Cerney Airfield
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 16h 9m 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 South Cerney Airfield
Royal Air Force South Cerney or more simply RAF South Cerney is a former Royal Air Force station located in South Cerney near Cirencester in Gloucestershire, England. It was built during the 1930s to conduct flying training. The airfield was turned over to the British Army in 1971 and is now known as the Duke of Gloucester Barracks.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COTSWOLD CTA 6 | Class A | CTA | FL125 | FL195 |
| EGD218A FAIRFORD | Special use | Danger | GND | FL075 |
| NSGA WALES | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | FL195 |
| SOUTH CERNEY | Special use | Activity area | GND | FL150 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United Kingdom airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| David Murray John Tower | 272 ft | 302 ft | — |
| Westmill 1 | — | 302 ft | — |
| Westmill 2 | — | 331 ft | — |
| Westmill 3 | — | 335 ft | — |
| Westmill 4 | — | 315 ft | — |
| Westmill 5 | — | 299 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from South Cerney Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is South Cerney Airfield located?
South Cerney Airfield is small airport located in South Cerney (Glos), United Kingdom, at an elevation of 364 ft (111 m).
What time zone is South Cerney Airfield in?
South Cerney Airfield is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at South Cerney Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at South Cerney Airfield is approximately 0.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near South Cerney Airfield?
The nearest airport to South Cerney Airfield is Oaksey Park Airfield (EGTW), about 4.8 nm to the sw, followed by RAF Fairford and Cotswold Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. South Cerney Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.