Aerodrome
EGCW - WELSHPOOL
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
- EGCW
- Type
- Aerodrome
- Location
- 2 NM S of Welshpool.
- Status
- Normal
- Use
- PERMIT
- Helicopter facilities
- No helicopter landing area listed
- Elevation
- 235 ft
- Magnetic variation
- 0.22° (2027) annual change 0.18°
- Coordinates
- 52.62862, -3.15329
Operating hours
Licensed by arrangement.
Operational notes
This aerodrome is PPR. Open Mon - Sun for aircraft that do not require the use of a licensed aerodrome. Aerodrome may be closed due to inclement weather. WDI (LGTD): 523749.89N, 0030907.83W.
- Address to substantiate AFS connectivity.
- Valid until: Unlimited
Contact
Operator: MID WALES AIRPORT LTD.
Phone: 01938-555560
Address: Welshpool Aerodrome, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 8SG.
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | TODA | LDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 | 1,020 m | 18 m | Asphalt | 799 mTORA 799 m | 902 mASDA 799 m |
| 22 | 1,020 m | 18 m | Asphalt | 799 mTORA 799 m | 879 mASDA 799 m |
Helicopter landing areas
No helicopter landing areas are listed for this aerodrome.
Radio frequencies
| Callsign | Frequency | Availability | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other service | |||
| Other service | |||
| WELSHPOOL RADIO | 128.005 MHz | LIMITED • 0900-1700 (0800-1600); or SS+30, whichever is earlier (and by arrangement). • A/G frequency. | Service notes: ATZ hours coincident with A/G hours, but not by arrangement. A/G cover also provided Mon-Fri and Sat/Sun afternoons during aerodrome unlicensed operations. |
| Service notes: ATZ hours coincident with A/G hours, but not by arrangement. A/G cover also provided Mon-Fri and Sat/Sun afternoons during aerodrome unlicensed operations. | |||
Services
Customs
Status: LIMITED
Hours: By arrangement.
Supplies service
Type: Supplies service
Status: LIMITED
Hours: As AD hours.
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Preview
EGCW Pilot Briefing
Weather
2,500 m visibility
METAR EGCW 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
EGCW 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.