Royal Infirmary Edinburgh
Daylight today(Oct 14, 2026, local time)
About 10h 35m 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 Royal Infirmary Edinburgh
Royal Infirmary Edinburgh is a heliport in United Kingdom. It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Castleton Farm (GB-1311), about 7.1 nm to the sse.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
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.
Airspace in this area(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCOTTISH TMA 3 TMZ | Class D | TMZ | 6000 ft MSL | FL100 |
| SCOTTISH TMA 3 | Class D | TMA | 6000 ft MSL | FL195 |
| EDINBURGH CTA 4 | Class D | CTA | 3500 ft MSL | 6000 ft MSL |
| EDINBURGH CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| EDINBURGH CTA 2 | Class D | CTA | 2500 ft MSL | 6000 ft MSL |
| NSGA SCOTLAND | Special use | Gliding sector | FL100 | FL195 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARTHUR´S SEAT | 1.4 nm | 323° | On request |
| HILLEND SKI SLOPE | 3.3 nm | 228° | On request |
| MUSSELBURGH RACECOURSE | 3.5 nm | 067° | On request |
| M8 JUNCTION 1 | 5.9 nm | 270° | On request |
| PENICUIK | 6.3 nm | 208° | On request |
| KIRKNEWTON | 9.7 nm | 257° | On request |
| M9 JUNCTION 1A | 9.7 nm | 281° | On request |
| FORTH ROAD BRIDGE | 10.2 nm | 299° | On request |
| KIRKCALDY HARBOUR | 11.4 nm | 358° | On request |
| M9 JUNCTION 2 | 13.1 nm | 285° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Craigkelly Transmitter | 410 ft | 584 ft | — |
| Colinswell | 361 ft | 98 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 69 ft | 358 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 69 ft | 335 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,188 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,033 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,096 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,070 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Royal Infirmary Edinburgh.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Royal Infirmary Edinburgh located?
Royal Infirmary Edinburgh is heliport located in United Kingdom.
What time zone is Royal Infirmary Edinburgh in?
Royal Infirmary Edinburgh is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Royal Infirmary Edinburgh?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Royal Infirmary Edinburgh is approximately 0.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Royal Infirmary Edinburgh?
The nearest airport to Royal Infirmary Edinburgh is Castleton Farm (GB-1311), about 7.1 nm to the sse, followed by Edinburgh Airport and RAF Kirknewton.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Royal Infirmary Edinburgh data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.