RAF Castletown
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 14h 14m 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 Castletown
Royal Air Force Castletown or more simply RAF Castletown, is a former Royal Air Force satellite station that operated during the Second World War. Built near to Castletown in Caithness, Scotland the station opened in 1940 and closed in 1945. Initially built to provide a base for fighter cover for the Royal Navy base at Scapa Flow, it later became an air-sea rescue base as well, before closing just after the end of the war in Europe.
Summary from Wikipedia 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.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MORAY CTA 7 | Class E | TMZ | FL075 | FL195 |
| NSGA SCOTLAND | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CASTLETOWN | 0.1 nm | 299° | On request |
| LOCH WATTEN | 6.1 nm | 176° | On request |
| KEISS VILLAGE | 7.7 nm | 114° | On request |
| DUNCANSBY HEAD | 10.7 nm | 070° | On request |
| THRUMSTER MASTS | 13.4 nm | 148° | On request |
| LYBSTER VILLAGE | 17.2 nm | 173° | On request |
| LAMB HOLM ISLAND | 23 nm | 038° | 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 | 246 ft | 184 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 246 ft | 223 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 246 ft | 213 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 246 ft | 164 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 246 ft | 256 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 246 ft | 177 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 246 ft | 171 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 246 ft | 220 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Castletown located?
RAF Castletown is closed located in Caithness, United Kingdom.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Castletown data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.