RAF Hal Far
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 3m 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 Hal Far
Royal Air Force Hal Far or more commonly RAF Hal Far is a former Royal Air Force station which was the first permanent airfield to be built on Malta. It was operated by the RAF from 1 April 1929 until 1946 when it was transferred and renamed to HMS Falcon, a Royal Navy stone frigate, and was used by Fleet Air Arm crews. It was transferred back to the RAF on 1 September 1965 and returned to the Maltese Government and redeveloped from January 1979. It is now closed and one of its runways is used by drag racing enthusiasts. The second runway is now a road leading to an industrial estate which was developed recently. The Maltese fire service, the CPD occupy the newer building with the glass control tower on the roof. The old Royal Naval Air Station building is now occupied by the International Safety Training College who utilise part of the runway for firefighting training.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 / 31 | 6,000 ft / 1,829 m | — | Asp | Unlit | Closed |
| 09 / 27 | 4,800 ft / 1,463 m | — | Asp | Unlit | Closed |
Frequently asked questions
Where is RAF Hal Far located?
RAF Hal Far is closed located in Malta, at an elevation of 235 ft (72 m).
How many runways does RAF Hal Far have?
RAF Hal Far has 2 runways, the longest being 6,000 ft / 1,829 m.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAF Hal Far data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.