RAF Hethel
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 48m 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 Hethel
Royal Air Force Hethel or more simply RAF Hethel is a former Royal Air Force station which was used by both the United States Army Air Forces (USAAF) and the Royal Air Force (RAF) during the Second World War. The airfield is located 7 miles (11 km) south west of Norwich, Norfolk, England and is now owned by Lotus Cars.
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.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| HETHEL | 0.1 nm | 107° | On request |
| KESWICK ROUNDABOUT | 4 nm | 068° | On request |
| NORFOLK SHOWGROUND | 5.3 nm | 005° | On request |
| STOKE HOLY CROSS MASTS | 5.8 nm | 083° | On request |
| ATTLEBRIDGE | 8.2 nm | 343° | On request |
| THORPE ROUNDABOUT | 8.4 nm | 063° | On request |
| LENWARD LAKES | 9.7 nm | 345° | On request |
| BRUNDALL MARINA | 10 nm | 071° | On request |
| COLTISHALL | 13.2 nm | 030° | On request |
| A140 AYLSHAM ROUNDABOUT | 13.6 nm | 013° | 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 | 410 ft | 151 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 171 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 102 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 95 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 92 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 125 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 148 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 95 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Hethel located?
RAF Hethel is closed located in Hethel, United Kingdom.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Hethel data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.