Aerodrome
EGCF - SANDTOFT
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
- EGCF
- Type
- Aerodrome
- Location
- 7 NM SW of Scunthorpe.
- Status
- Normal
- Use
- PERMIT
- Helicopter facilities
- No helicopter landing area listed
- Elevation
- 13 ft
- Magnetic variation
- 0.94° (2027) annual change 0.18°
- Coordinates
- 53.55968, -0.85845
Operating hours
0900-1700 (0800-1700).
Operational notes
Aerodrome PPR for non-radio aircraft, and for non-member movements outside ATS hours. Available for aircraft requiring a licenced aerodrome on Saturdays only until further notice. Contact Operator if a licenced aerodrome status is required on other days. WDI: 533332.48N 0005130.09W (LGTD) - 533345.26N 0005119.68W (LGTD).
- Address to substantiate AFS connectivity.
- Valid until: Unlimited
Contact
Operator: E-PLANE LTD
Phone: 01427-872034
Address: Sandtoft Aerodrome, Belton, Doncaster, DN9 1PN.
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | TODA | LDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 | 881 m | 18 m | Asphalt | 692 mTORA 692 m | 786 mASDA 786 m |
| 22 | 881 m | 18 m | Asphalt | 692 mTORA 692 m | 692 mASDA 692 m |
Helicopter landing areas
No helicopter landing areas are listed for this aerodrome.
Radio frequencies
| Callsign | Frequency | Availability | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other service | |||
| Other service | |||
| SANDTOFT RADIO | 130.415 MHz | LIMITED • 0900-1700 (0800-1700). • A/G frequency. | Service notes: ATZ hours coincident with A/G hours. |
| Service notes: ATZ hours coincident with A/G hours. | |||
Services
Customs
Status: LIMITED
Hours: By arrangement.
Supplies service
Type: Supplies service
Status: LIMITED
Hours: AVGAS only available on Saturdays and Sundays between 0800-1600 (0700-1500). Available during weekdays only by prior arrangement with Aerodrome Management. Call 07802-902535 for details.
When you are ready to brief
Turn EGCF reference into a full briefing
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- Nearby METAR/TAF and runway wind for departure planning
- Local NOTAMs with AI-decoded impact and a link into full briefing
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Preview
EGCF Pilot Briefing
Weather
2,500 m visibility
METAR EGCF 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
EGCF 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.