RAF Spadeadam
RAF Spadeadam
EGOM
1957-
Kingwater, Brampton, Cumbria, England
55.031389, -2.581667 · 937 feet
Middle Shield Farm, Kingwater, Cumberland, England, CA8 7AU, United Kingdom
Nearby Locations
| Km | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| RAF Spadeadam helipad | 2.9 | 036° | |
| Carlisle Lake District Airport | EGNC | 17.8 | 235° |
| (ex RAF) Carlisle | 27.4 | 244° | |
 Cumberland Infirmary |
EGB67 | 28.4 | 238° |
 Alston Moor |
31.7 | 161° | |
| Otterburn, Redesdale Camp | EGO65 | 34.2 | 034° |
This large moorland site was originally opened in the late 1950s as part of Britains Ballistic Missile test programme. In 1972 it became part of the Proof and Experimental Establishment for instrumentation and testing.
In 1976 the site was re-purposed as an RAF station and operated as a joint electronic warfare facility with US forces. In 2000, sole operation by the RAF was assumed.
In 1976 the site was re-purposed as an RAF station and operated as a joint electronic warfare facility with US forces. In 2000, sole operation by the RAF was assumed.
Units
| 1972-1976 | Proof and Experimental EstablishmentP&EE |
Operations
| 15 May 20232023 | -- | Tac Blaze 23-1 |
| 21 Sep 20092009 | 02 Oct 20092009 | Tac Blaze 09-2 |