RAF Newton
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 49m 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 Newton
Royal Air Force Newton or more simply RAF Newton is a former Royal Air Force station located 7 miles (11 km) east of Nottingham, Nottinghamshire and 10.7 miles (17.2 km) south west of Newark-on-Trent, Nottinghamshire, England. It was used briefly as a bomber base for squadrons to re-equip after the Battle of France and then as a flying training school during the Second World War and beyond until 2000.
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(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAVENTRY CTA 12 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | FL195 |
| EAST MIDLANDS CTA 1 | Class D | CTA | 2500 ft MSL | FL105 |
| NSGA DERBYSHIRE | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BOTTESFORD | 7.5 nm | 091° | On request |
| TROWELL | 10.1 nm | 268° | On request |
| MELTON MOWBRAY | 14.1 nm | 166° | On request |
| THORSBY LAKE | 15.8 nm | 351° | On request |
| M! JUNCTION 22 MARKFIELD | 19.6 nm | 214° | On request |
| A1/A57 CLUMBER INTERCHANGE | 19.9 nm | 356° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waltham Transmitter | 1,033 ft | 440 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 653 ft | 226 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 315 ft | 190 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 354 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 371 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 423 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 446 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 354 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Newton located?
RAF Newton is closed located in United Kingdom, at an elevation of 180 ft (55 m).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Newton data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.