Scatsta Airport (GB-1217) — Former Airfield
Scatsta Airport served Shetland Islands, United Kingdom but is recorded as closed in the OurAirports reference data. This page documents the airfield's location and key facts for reference.
Live Air Traffic
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Basic information about airport
| Airport code: | GB-1217 |
|---|---|
| Type: | closed |
| Continent: | EU |
| Country code: | GB |
| Country: | United Kingdom |
| City | Shetland Islands |
| Longitude: | -1.2961 |
| Latitude: | 60.4328 |
Scatsta Airport (GB-1217) — Former Airfield on Google Maps
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Key facts about the former airfield
The site lies at 60.4328, -1.2961, at an elevation of 81 ft (25 m). In its operational days the field had one runway. The nearest airport with scheduled passenger flights is Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK), about 27 km (17 mi) away in a straight line.
Frequently asked questions about Scatsta Airport
Is Scatsta Airport still open?
No. Scatsta Airport is listed as closed in the OurAirports reference data, and it no longer handles scheduled traffic. The nearest airport with scheduled passenger flights is Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK), about 27 km (17 mi) away in a straight line.
Can I still see air traffic near Scatsta Airport?
Yes. The live map on this page shows current air traffic over the surrounding area in real time; click it to load the radar view.
Where was Scatsta Airport located?
The site lies at 60.4328, -1.2961, near Shetland Islands, United Kingdom.