Aerodrome
EGBB - BIRMINGHAM
Location, elevation, runway distances, helicopter landing areas, radio frequencies, and map facts for a quick aerodrome check. Use this as a starting point, then confirm official data and brief weather, NOTAMs, services, local procedures, and runway wind before flight.
Aerodrome details
- Ident
- EGBB
- Type
- Aerodrome/Heliport
- Location
- 5.5 NM ESE of Birmingham.
- Status
- Normal
- Use
- PERMIT
- Helicopter facilities
- Listed for this aerodrome
- Elevation
- 339 ft
- Magnetic variation
- 0.72° (2027) annual change 0.18°
- Coordinates
- 52.45386, -1.74803
Operating hours
00:00-24:00
Operational notes
Refer to NOTAM/AIP Supplements. Ground handling mandatory for all aircraft. Aircraft handling agencies are: Blue City: Tel: 0121-782 9300; Email: [email protected] Signature: Tel: 0121-782 1999; Email: [email protected] Swissport: Tel: 0121-767 7772; Email: [email protected] XLR Executive Jet Centres: Tel: 0121-663 1450; Email: [email protected] See Ground Movement/Parking/Docking Chart. Taxiing guidance signs: Taxi-holding position; Guide lines at apron. Terminal Apron (Stands 1-86). All aircraft stands are laid out for nose-in/push-back; nose-wheel guidelines are provided and marshalling assistance is available, if required, on request through ATC GMC. Stands 1-4 have directional information provided by Safedock Docking Guidance System. Stands 8C, 12 and 13 have directional information provided by marshaller instruction. Stands 15, 16, 40, 41C, 42C, 54R, 54C, 54L, 55R, 55C, 55L, 56R, 56C, 57R, 57C and 58 have directional information provided by a Safedock Docking Guidance System and are provided with an apron drive airbridge. Stands 41R, 41L, 42R, 42L, 56L, 57L and 59 have directional information provided by Safedock Docking Guidance System. Stands 5-7, 8L, 10-13, 20-25, 60, 70-77, 79-83, 84L, 84C, 84R, 85L, 85C, 85R, 86L, 86C and 86R will be under marshaller instructions. All Stands except 75-77 are fitted with a fixed electrical ground power unit. Pilots must not enter an aircraft stand unless SEG (Stand Entry Guidance) is activated and the correct aircraft type is displayed, or Birmingham Airport Limited marshaller has signalled clearance to proceed. In the event of there being no activated SEG displayed upon approach to the stand, flight crews must hold position on the taxiway and advise GMC of the non-activation of the SEG. Aircrew must not attempt to self-park in the SEG is not activated. Aircrew are to note that all SEG systems are activated by their ground handling agent. The activation of SEG systems should indicate that a safety check of the stands has been made by the handling agent prior to the arrival of the aircraft. Elmdon Apron (Stands 501-506) will be under marshaller instructions. Pilots of light aircraft not using the full stand facilities should await marshaller instructions before proceeding onto the stands to park. No stop bar at J1. Stop bars at runway entrance points are in operation H24. WDI RWY 15 THR (LGTD): 522730.26N 0014520.61W. WDI Midpoint (LGTD): 522652.90N 0014437.40W. WDI RWY 33 THR (LGTD): 522705.56N 0014452.33W.
- Valid until: Unlimited
- All calls to ATC will be recorded.
Contact
Operator: BIRMINGHAM AIRPORT.
Phone: 0871-222 0072
Email: [email protected] (Airfield Duty Manager)
Address: Birmingham Airport, Birmingham B26 3QJ.
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | TODA | LDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 3,052 m | 45 m | Asphalt | 1,280 mTORA 1,220 m | 2,581 mASDA 1,220 m |
| 33 | 3,052 m | 45 m | Asphalt | 1,752 mTORA 1,560 m | 2,450 mASDA 1,560 m |
Helicopter landing areas
No helicopter landing areas are listed for this aerodrome.
Radio frequencies
| Callsign | Frequency | Availability | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Approach | |||
| Approach | |||
| BIRMINGHAM RADAR | 123.980 MHz | LIMITED • 24 hours (H24) • DOC 40 NM/20,000 FT | Service notes: ATZ hours coincident with Approach hours. In the event of a radar failure, the BIRMINGHAM APPROACH callsign should be used on Channel 123.980 or 131.005. |
| BIRMINGHAM DIRECTOR | 131.005 MHz | OTHER • As Directed by ATC • DOC 40 NM/20,000 FT | |
| BIRMINGHAM RADAR | 131.330 MHz | LIMITED • As Directed by ATC • DOC 40 NM/20,000 FT | |
| Service notes: ATZ hours coincident with Approach hours. In the event of a radar failure, the BIRMINGHAM APPROACH callsign should be used on Channel 123.980 or 131.005. | |||
| Tower | |||
| Tower | |||
| BIRMINGHAM TOWER | 118.305 MHz | NORMAL • DOC 25 NM/4000 FT | Service notes: GMC outside operating hours use Channel 118.305. Departing aircraft are to make initial contact with BIRMINGHAM DELIVERY on Channel 121.930. |
| BIRMINGHAM GROUND | 121.805 MHz | LIMITED • On request (O/R) • DOC A/C on the ground | |
| BIRMINGHAM DELIVERY | 121.930 MHz | NORMAL • DOC A/C on the ground | |
| Service notes: GMC outside operating hours use Channel 118.305. Departing aircraft are to make initial contact with BIRMINGHAM DELIVERY on Channel 121.930. | |||
| ATIS | |||
| ATIS | |||
| BIRMINGHAM INFORMATION | 136.030 MHz | NORMAL • DOC 60 NM/20,000 FT | Service notes: Also available by telephone: 0121-767 1260 |
| Service notes: Also available by telephone: 0121-767 1260 | |||
| Other service | |||
| Other service | |||
| BIRMINGHAM EMERGENCY | 121.500 MHz | LIMITED • 24 hours (H24) • DOC 25 NM/ 4000 FT | |
| Other service | |||
| Other service | |||
| BIRMINGHAM FIRE | 121.605 MHz | LIMITED • Non-ATS frequency. | Service notes: Available when Fire vehicle attending aircraft on the ground in an emergency. |
| Service notes: Available when Fire vehicle attending aircraft on the ground in an emergency. | |||
Services
Customs
Status: NORMAL
De-icing
Status: NORMAL
Notes: By arrangement with handling agents.
Handling
Status: NORMAL
Notes: Dedicated cargo aircraft handling agents and transit sheds available.
Secur
Status: NORMAL
Supplies service
Type: Supplies service
Status: NORMAL
Notes: Fuel delivery by bowser.
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EGBB Pilot Briefing
Weather
2,500 m visibility
METAR EGBB 121250Z 28008KT 9999 FEW030 12/04 Q1024
Runway wind
Runway 05 · 070°/08 kt
Crosswind within limits for typical light singles on the longest runway.
Nearby NOTAM
Aerodrome lighting maintenance
PAPI unserviceable until 18:00 UTC. Plan an alternative approach or daylight arrival.
Wise Assistant
Briefing snapshot
EGBB looks workable for a local VFR departure on the latest picture: surface wind is light, visibility is good, and no runway closure is highlighted in this snapshot. The main briefing item is the lighting serviceability notice, so plan a daylight arrival or confirm PAPI availability before committing. Cross-check the current METAR, TAF, and full NOTAM list before departure.