Aerodrome
EGBJ - GLOUCESTERSHIRE
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
- EGBJ
- Type
- Aerodrome/Heliport
- Location
- 3.5 NM W of Cheltenham
- Status
- Normal
- Use
- PERMIT
- Helicopter facilities
- Listed for this aerodrome
- Elevation
- 101 ft
- Magnetic variation
- 0.63° (2027) annual change 0.18°
- Coordinates
- 51.89408, -2.16720
Operating hours
Mon-Fri 0830-1930 (0730-1830); Sat, Sun 0900-1800 (0800-1830); and by arrangement.
Operational notes
Aerodrome is strictly PPR. PPR must still be obtained in addition to the filing of a flight plan. Commanders shall book in with operations on Tel: 01452-857700 Ext 223. Certain flights not requiring Licensed facilities may operate H24 strictly by prior arrangement. Mandatory handling may be applicable, see aerodrome scale of charges for further information. Aircraft handling agencies are: Weston Aviation: 01452-933698; [email protected]. Gloucestershire Airport Operations: 01452-857700; [email protected]. The Little Jet Company: 01452-857606; [email protected]. Flight Partner: 01452-856222; [email protected]. Accommodation and transportation arrangements can be made via Handling Agent or Aerodrome Ops. Reinforced grass apron west of Apron A suitable for aircraft up to 2300 KG MTWA. Stands 1 and 2 have Self manoeuvring markings. AVGAS helicopter refuelling point and hard standing parking marked with circled 'H'. Runway guard lights at A1, A2, A3, C1, D1, E2 & G1. WDI (LGTD): 515334.78N 0021001.19W, 515330.48N 0020939.52W. Compass swing area marked at Taxiway D and Taxiway G. Helicopter parking as directed by ATC and with a marshaller if available. Apron floodlighting.
- Address to substantiate AFS connectivity.
- GA Agreement aerodrome. Refer to GEN 1.2 for notification requirements. Designated aerodrome for Special Branch purposes.
- Valid until: Unlimited
Contact
Operator: GLOUCESTERSHIRE AIRPORT LTD.
Phone: 01452-857700
Email: [email protected] (Ops)
Address: Gloucestershire Aerodrome, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL51, 6SR.
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | TODA | LDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 | 1,432 m | 30 m | Asphalt | 1,194 mTORA 1,154 m | 1,241 mASDA 1,154 m |
| 27 | 1,432 m | 30 m | Asphalt | 1,165 mTORA 1,163 m | 1,147 mASDA 1,163 m |
| 04 | 980 m | 23 m | Asphalt | 1,091 mTORA 980 m | 980 mASDA 1,046 m |
| 22 | 980 m | 23 m | Asphalt | 1,073 mTORA 980 m | 891 mASDA 980 m |
Helicopter landing areas
No helicopter landing areas are listed for this aerodrome.
Radio frequencies
| Callsign | Frequency | Availability | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Approach | |||
| Approach | |||
| GLOSTER APPROACH | 128.555 MHz | LIMITED • Mon-Fri 0830-1930 (0730-1830); Sat, Sun 0900-1800 (0800-1830). • DOC 25 NM/7,000 FT. | Service notes: ATZ hours coincident with Approach hours. See AD 2.20 para 4(i) Warnings. VDF 515331.51N 0020938.70W On AD. Bearing accuracy no better than Class B. |
| Service notes: ATZ hours coincident with Approach hours. See AD 2.20 para 4(i) Warnings. VDF 515331.51N 0020938.70W On AD. Bearing accuracy no better than Class B. | |||
| Radar | |||
| Radar | |||
| GLOSTER RADAR | 120.980 MHz | LIMITED As Directed by ATC DOC 25 NM/10,000 FT. Not continuously monitored during aerodrome hours. | Service notes: Radar services (Primary only) within 25 NM below FL 80, availability subject to manning. Use of 'Radar' suffix denotes availability only. Provision of a specific radar service is not implied. VDF 515331.51N 0020938.70W On AD. Bearing accuracy no better than Class B. |
| GLOSTER RADAR | 128.555 MHz | LIMITED • Mon-Fri 0830-1930 (0730-1830); Sat, Sun 0900-1800 (0800-1830). • DOC 25 NM/7,000 FT. | |
| Service notes: Radar services (Primary only) within 25 NM below FL 80, availability subject to manning. Use of 'Radar' suffix denotes availability only. Provision of a specific radar service is not implied. VDF 515331.51N 0020938.70W On AD. Bearing accuracy no better than Class B. | |||
| Tower | |||
| Tower | |||
| GLOSTER TOWER | 122.905 MHz | LIMITED Mon-Fri 0830-1930 (0730-1830); Sat, Sun 0900-1800 (0800-1830). DOC 10 NM/3,000 FT. May occasionally be combined with APP. Refer to ATIS. | |
| ATIS | |||
| ATIS | |||
| GLOSTER INFORMATION | 127.480 MHz | LIMITED • Mon-Fri 0830-1930 (0730-1830); Sat, Sun 0900-1800 (0800-1830). • DOC 60 NM/20,000 FT. | |
| Other service | |||
| Other service | |||
| FIRE | 121.605 MHz | LIMITED • Available when Fire vehicle attending aircraft on the ground in an emergency. • Non-ATS channel. | |
Services
Briefing office
Status: LIMITED
Hours: As AD hours. Self briefing.
Customs
Status: LIMITED
Hours: As AD hours
Other service
Status: LIMITED
Hours: As AD hours. Located in Terminal building, no access to Control Tower.
Notes: ARO
Other service - Meteorological service
Status: LIMITED
Hours: As AD hours. Self briefing.
Secur
Status: LIMITED
Hours: During public transport operations and by arrangement.
Supplies service
Type: Supplies service
Status: LIMITED
Hours: As AD hours. Assisted fuelling available upon opening and until 15 minutes prior to closing.
Notes: Jet A-1 Mobile bowsers 127,000 LT. AVGAS fixed installation 52,000 LT.
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EGBJ Pilot Briefing
Weather
2,500 m visibility
METAR EGBJ 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
EGBJ 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.