RAF Waddington (IATA: WTN, ICAO: EGXW) is located near Lincoln, Lincolnshire, at approximately 70 metres — the RAF's primary Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) centre, home to RC-135 Rivet Joint, E-3D Sentry AWACS, and Protector RG1 drones for surveillance and reconnaissance missions. The airfield is exclusively reserved for military surveillance and reconnaissance purposes; no civilian operations. No commercial cargo operations; for air freight in the region, East Midlands Airport (IATA: EMA) is the nearest option.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the IATA code of RAF Waddington?▼

The IATA code of RAF Waddington is WTN. This three-letter code is used for unique airport identification in international air transport.

Where is RAF Waddington located?▼

RAF Waddington is located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire, GB.

What is the ICAO code of RAF Waddington?▼

The ICAO code of RAF Waddington is EGXW. This four-letter code is used internationally in aviation.

What is the elevation of RAF Waddington?▼

RAF Waddington is at an elevation of 70 meters (231 ft) above sea level.

Location & Weather

53.16620, -0.52381

70 m ü. NN

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Last updated: 3 June 2026

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