RAF Mattishall
Former RAF station in Norfolk, England
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RAF Mattishall is a former Royal Flying Corps landing ground located 1 mile (1.6 km) east of Mattishall, Norfolk and 10.2 miles (16.4 km) north west of Norwich, Norfolk, England.
RAF Mattishall  | |||||||
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| Near Mattishall, Norfolk in England | |||||||
| Site information | |||||||
| Type | Royal Air Force landing ground | ||||||
| Owner | Air Ministry | ||||||
| Operator | Royal Air Force Royal Flying Corps | ||||||
| Location | |||||||
  RAF Mattishall Shown within Norfolk | |||||||
| Coordinates | 52°39′42″N 001°03′33″E | ||||||
| Site history | |||||||
| Built | 1915 | ||||||
| In use | 1915-1919 | ||||||
| Battles/wars | First World War | ||||||
| Airfield information | |||||||
| Elevation | 46 metres (151 ft) AMSL | ||||||
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History
The landing ground was in use during the First World War initially under the control of the Royal Flying Corps until 1 April 1918 when the site was turned over to the Royal Air Force and was renamed from RFC Mattishall to RAF Mattishall. The site was used by aircraft intercepting Zeppelin bombers.[1] Aircraft of 51 Squadron operated from Mattishall.[2]
Current use
The airfield has been returned to use for agriculture.[1]