Aerodrome
EGBS - SHOBDON
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
- EGBS
- Type
- Aerodrome
- Location
- 6 NM W of Leominster.
- Status
- Normal
- Use
- PERMIT
- Helicopter facilities
- No helicopter landing area listed
- Elevation
- 317 ft
- Magnetic variation
- 0.35° (2027) annual change 0.18°
- Coordinates
- 52.24167, -2.88123
Operating hours
0915-1700 (0815-1600).
Operational notes
Use of the aerodrome is strictly PPR by telephone. Aerodrome may close during adverse weather conditions including snow. Accommodation and transportation contact information available through Shobdon Ops. Illuminated windsleeve: 521435.03N 0025255.77W
- Address to substantiate AFS connectivity.
- Valid until: Unlimited
Contact
Operator: HEREFORDSHIRE AERO CLUB LTD.
Phone: 01568-708369
Email: [email protected]
Address: Shobdon Aerodrome, Leominster, Hereford, HR6 9NR.
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | TODA | LDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 | 836 m | 18 m | Macadam | 799 mTORA 799 m | 836 mASDA 799 m |
| 26 | 836 m | 18 m | Macadam | 799 mTORA 799 m | 836 mASDA 799 m |
Helicopter landing areas
No helicopter landing areas are listed for this aerodrome.
Radio frequencies
| Callsign | Frequency | Availability | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight information service | |||
| Flight information service | |||
| SHOBDON INFORMATION | 118.155 MHz | LIMITED • 0915-1700 (0815-1600). • DOC 10 NM/3000 FT. | Service notes: ATZ coincident with AFIS hours. AFIS may downgrade to Air Ground Communication Service at short notice. |
| Service notes: ATZ coincident with AFIS hours. AFIS may downgrade to Air Ground Communication Service at short notice. | |||
| Other service | |||
| Other service | |||
| SHOBDON RADIO | 118.155 MHz | LIMITED • Outside of published AD opening hours or Temporarily during opening hours. • A/G Frequency. | |
Services
Customs
Status: LIMITED
Hours: By arrangement. Minimum notice periods apply.
Supplies service
Type: Supplies service
Status: LIMITED
Hours: As AD hours; Jet A-1 fuel available outside AD hours by arrangement.
Notes: AVGAS 100LL and AVGAS UL91 fuel installation is self service. AVTUR Jet A1 F35 mobile bowser available. Jet fuel requirements by arrangement with Shobdon Ops before uplift.
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Preview
EGBS Pilot Briefing
Weather
2,500 m visibility
METAR EGBS 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
EGBS 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.