Wroughton Airfield
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 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 Wroughton Airfield
RAF Wroughton is a former Royal Air Force station near Wroughton, in Wiltshire, England, about 4 miles (6 km) south of Swindon. Ministry of Defence aviation activity ceased in 1972. The airfield now belongs to the Science Museum Group and is home to the National Collections Centre, which houses the group's large-object storage and library.
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(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COTSWOLD CTA 4 | Class A | CTA | FL065 | FL195 |
| COTSWOLD CTA 13 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | 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 | 12 nm | 042° | On request |
| LECHLADE | 12 nm | 020° | On request |
| CHIPPENHAM | 12.3 nm | 257° | On request |
| BAMPTON | 16.2 nm | 036° | On request |
| BURFORD | 19.1 nm | 019° | On request |
| FARMOOR RESERVOIR | 22.3 nm | 048° | 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 | — |
| 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 Wroughton Airfield located?
Wroughton Airfield is closed located in Wroughton, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 656 ft (200 m).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Wroughton Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.