RAF Watchfield
Daylight today(Oct 15, 2026, local time)
About 10h 44m 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 Watchfield
Royal Air Force Watchfield or more simply RAF Watchfield is a former Royal Air Force station, opened in England in 1940 just north of Watchfield village. Its nearest towns were Highworth, Wiltshire, 3 miles (5 km) to the west, and Faringdon, Oxfordshire, 3.5 miles (6 km) to the north-east.
Summary from Wikipedia 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(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COTSWOLD CTA 4 | Class A | CTA | FL065 | FL195 |
| COTSWOLD CTA 7 | Class A | CTA | FL095 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FARINGDON | 3.1 nm | 048° | On request |
| LECHLADE | 4.6 nm | 340° | On request |
| BAMPTON | 7.3 nm | 031° | On request |
| BURFORD | 11.2 nm | 002° | On request |
| FARMOOR RESERVOIR | 13.5 nm | 054° | On request |
| NORTHLEACH ROUNDABOUT | 14.8 nm | 332° | On request |
| CHARLBURY | 16.3 nm | 022° | On request |
| CHIPPENHAM | 20.2 nm | 242° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 499 ft | 689 ft | — |
| David Murray John Tower | 272 ft | 302 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 233 ft | 768 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.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Watchfield located?
RAF Watchfield is closed located in Swindon, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Watchfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.