Aerodrome
EGCV - SLEAP
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
- EGCV
- Type
- Aerodrome
- Location
- 10 NM N of Shrewsbury.
- Status
- Normal
- Use
- PERMIT
- Helicopter facilities
- No helicopter landing area listed
- Elevation
- 275 ft
- Magnetic variation
- 0.33° (2027) annual change 0.18°
- Coordinates
- 52.83389, -2.77167
Operating hours
0830-1630 (0830-1800). Out of hours ops available.
Operational notes
WDI: 525002.92N 0024602.04W, 525006.38N 0024624.95W.
- Address to substantiate AFS connectivity.
- Aerodrome is available to aircraft needing use of a licensed airfield. PPR by phone or online. Ext 1 - PPR Ext 3 - Aerodrome Ops Ext 6 - Rotors Running Refuel
- Valid until: Unlimited
Contact
Operator: SHROPSHIRE AERO CLUB LTD
Phone: 01939-232882
Email: [email protected]
Address: Sleap Aerodrome, Harmer Hill, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY4 3HE
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | TODA | LDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 | 798 m | 31 m | Asphalt | 798 mTORA 798 m | 798 mASDA 798 m |
| 23 | 798 m | 31 m | Asphalt | 798 mTORA 798 m | 798 mASDA 798 m |
| 18 | 770 m | 18 m | Asphalt | 770 mTORA 770 m | 770 mASDA 770 m |
| 36 | 770 m | 18 m | Asphalt | 770 mTORA 770 m | 770 mASDA 770 m |
Helicopter landing areas
No helicopter landing areas are listed for this aerodrome.
Radio frequencies
| Callsign | Frequency | Availability | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other service | |||
| Other service | |||
| SLEAP RADIO | 122.455 MHz | LIMITED • 0830-1630 (0830-1800). • A/G frequency. | Service notes: ATZ hours coincident with A/G hours. |
| Service notes: ATZ hours coincident with A/G hours. | |||
Services
Briefing office
Status: LIMITED
Hours: Self-briefing facility in flight office.
Customs
Status: LIMITED
Hours: General Aviation Report (GAR) form submission to National Co-ordination Unit (NCU) is required in advance to notify HMRC Border Force and Police. https://www.submit-general-aviation-report.service.gov.uk
Other service - Meteorological service
Status: LIMITED
Hours: Self-briefing facility in flight office.
Supplies service
Type: Supplies service
Status: NORMAL
Hours: Self-service.
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- Nearby METAR/TAF and runway wind for departure planning
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Preview
EGCV Pilot Briefing
Weather
2,500 m visibility
METAR EGCV 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
EGCV 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.