RAF Thorney Island
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 41m 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 Thorney Island
Royal Air Force Thorney Island, or more simply RAF Thorney Island, is a former Royal Air Force station located on Thorney Island, West Sussex, England, 6.6 miles (10.6 km) west of Chichester and 7.1 miles (11.4 km) east of Portsmouth, Hampshire.
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.
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(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PORTSMOUTH CTA 1 | Class A | CTA | FL065 | FL195 |
| LONDON TMA 13 | Class A | TMA | 5500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LONDON TMA 21 | Class A | TMA | FL065 | FL195 |
| THORNEY ISLAND | Special use | Activity area | GND | 2003 ft MSL |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPINNAKER TOWER | 7.3 nm | 260° | On request |
| BUTSER HILL MAST | 9.9 nm | 346° | Compulsory |
| WICKHAM | 11.3 nm | 297° | Compulsory |
| BISHOPS | 13.8 nm | 307° | Compulsory |
| LITTLEHAMPTON | 14.2 nm | 091° | On request |
| WEST MEON CROSS | 14.2 nm | 336° | Compulsory |
| COWES | 14.5 nm | 257° | Compulsory |
| CALSHOT | 15.5 nm | 271° | Compulsory |
| NEW ALRESFORD | 18.5 nm | 332° | Compulsory |
| WASHINGTON INTERSECTION | 20.2 nm | 074° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spinnaker Tower | 558 ft | 13 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Thorney Island located?
RAF Thorney Island is closed located in Emsworth, Hampshire, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 12 ft (4 m).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Thorney Island data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.