Bristol Filton Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 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 Bristol Filton Airport
Filton Airport or Filton Aerodrome was a private airport in Filton and Patchway, within South Gloucestershire, 4.5 miles north of Bristol, England.
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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27▸ displaced | 8,094 ft / 2,467 m | 299 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 122.725 MHz |
| DIR | Director | 127.970 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 132.350 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COTSWOLD CTA 13 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | FL195 |
| BRISTOL CTA 7 | Class D | CTA | 4000 ft MSL | FL105 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 361 ft | 20 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 262 ft | 128 ft | — |
| Purdown BT Tower | 230 ft | 318 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 594 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 384 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 66 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 33 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 682 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Bristol Filton Airport located?
Bristol Filton Airport is closed located in Bristol, Somerset, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 226 ft (69 m).
How many runways does Bristol Filton Airport have?
Bristol Filton Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 8,094 ft / 2,467 m.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Bristol Filton Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.