Aerodrome
EGFA - WEST WALES/ABERPORTH
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
- EGFA
- Type
- Aerodrome
- Location
- 4 NM east of Cardigan.
- Status
- Normal
- Use
- PERMIT
- Helicopter facilities
- No helicopter landing area listed
- Elevation
- 428 ft
- Magnetic variation
- -0.23° (2027) annual change 0.19°
- Coordinates
- 52.11472, -4.55942
Operating hours
Mon-Fri, except PH 0900-1630 (0800-1530); or SS, whichever is earlier.
Operational notes
This aerodrome is PPR for all movements. Requests should be made via telephone. Requests made via RTF will be considered. AD may close earlier than published if no traffic is expected. All UAS movement requests in FRZ/RPZ (non-emergency) minimum 2 working days notice. No de-fuelling facilities available. WDI: 520650.68N 0043332.51W. No Air Ground Lighting available.
- Valid until: Unlimited
Contact
Operator: WEST WALES AIRPORT LTD.
Phone: 01239-811100
Email: [email protected]
Address: West Wales Airport, Blaenannerch, Aberporth, Ceredigion, SA43 2DZ.
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | TODA | LDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 | 1,257 m | 30 m | Asphalt | 1,199 mTORA 1,199 m | 1,186 mASDA 1,199 m |
| 25 | 1,257 m | 30 m | Asphalt | 1,199 mTORA 1,199 m | 1,186 mASDA 1,199 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 | |||
| WEST WALES INFORMATION | 122.155 MHz | LIMITED • Mon-Fri, except PH 0900-1630 (0800-1530); or SS, whichever is earlier. • DOC 25 NM/6000 FT. | Service notes: ATZ hours coincident with AFIS. During these times, service may temporarily be downgraded to A/G. |
| Service notes: ATZ hours coincident with AFIS. During these times, service may temporarily be downgraded to A/G. | |||
| Other service | |||
| Other service | |||
| WEST WALES RADIO | 122.155 MHz | LIMITED Mon-Fri, except PH 0900-1630 (0800-1530); or SS, whichever is earlier. A/G frequency. DOC 25 NM/6000 FT. | |
Services
Customs
Status: LIMITED
Hours: By arrangement
Secur
Status: NORMAL
Supplies service
Type: Supplies service
Status: LIMITED
Hours: By arrangement.
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EGFA Pilot Briefing
Weather
2,500 m visibility
METAR EGFA 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
EGFA 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.