RAF Driffield
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 53m 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 Driffield
Royal Air Force Driffield or RAF Driffield is a former Royal Air Force station in the East Riding of Yorkshire, in England. It lies about 2 miles (3 km) south-west of Driffield and 11 miles (18 km) north-west of Beverley. It is now operated by the Defence Infrastructure Organisation, as the Driffield Training Area.
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.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D323J SOUTHERN MDA | Special use | Danger | FL150 | FL660 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| NORTH TWR HUMBER BRIDGE | 16.9 nm | 176° | On request |
| GOOLE DOCKS | 22.7 nm | 218° | 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 | 984 ft | 272 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 443 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 453 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 433 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 413 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 446 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 367 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 440 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Driffield located?
RAF Driffield is closed located in Driffield, East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 104 ft (32 m).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Driffield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.