RAF Lympne / Lympne Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 42m 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 Lympne / Lympne Airport
Lympne Airport was a military and later civil airfield, at Lympne, Kent, United Kingdom, which operated from 1916 to 1984. The airfield was built out of necessity in the First World War. During the First World War RFC Lympne was originally an acceptance point for aircraft being delivered to, and returning from, France but was later designated as a First Class Landing Ground, RAF Lympne. It became a civil airfield in 1919 and saw the operation of early air mail services after the 1918 armistice. It was one of the first four airfields in the United Kingdom with customs facilities.
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.
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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(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LONDON TMA 8 | Class A | TMA | 5500 ft MSL | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| WHISTABLE HARBOUR | 17 nm | 001° | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dover Mast | 797 ft | 430 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 36 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 23 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 43 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 33 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 33 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 36 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 30 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Lympne / Lympne Airport located?
RAF Lympne / Lympne Airport is closed located in Hythe, Kent, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 351 ft (107 m).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Lympne / Lympne Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.