| Royal Air Force Coastal Area | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1919 – 14 July 1936 |
| Country |  United Kingdom |
| Branch |  Royal Air Force |
| Role | Anti-submarine warfare Commerce raiding Aerial reconnaissance Air-sea rescue Weather reconnaissance |
| Part of | Royal Air Force |
RAF Coastal Area was a formation within the Royal Air Force (RAF). Founded in 1919, it was to act as the RAF's premier maritime arm. It was replaced by RAF Coastal Command on 14 July 1936.