Aerodrome
EGFH - SWANSEA
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
- EGFH
- Type
- Aerodrome
- Location
- 5 NM WSW of Swansea.
- Status
- Normal
- Use
- PERMIT
- Helicopter facilities
- No helicopter landing area listed
- Elevation
- 298 ft
- Magnetic variation
- 0.00° (2027) annual change 0.18°
- Coordinates
- 51.60509, -4.06805
Operating hours
Aerodrome is available for aircraft requiring a licensed aerodrome, Fri-Sun 0900-1600 (0800-1700). Out of hours on request.
Operational notes
Use of aerodrome PPR by website www.swansea-airport.wales or same day by telephone on 01792-687042. Permission to use aerodrome may be withdrawn during times that adverse weather conditions prevail. Flying by local aircraft and emergency service helicopters may occur outside published hours. Aerodrome is available for aircraft requiring a licensed aerodrome, Fri-Sun 0900-1600 (0800-1600). Out of hours on request. The concrete section of the apron slopes from NW to SE up to a maximum gradient of 2.93%. Taxiway adjoining the eastern edge of the apron is provided for access to Hangar 1 only, and is not available to aircraft that require use of a licensed aerodrome. Taxiway guidelines and visual docking. Yellow taxiway centre-line - no visual docking. Parking Guidance System. Marshaller available on request. Three WDI 513601.07N 0040420.33W; 513609.36N 0040352.96W; 513623.35N 0040352.25W.
- Address to substantiate AFS connectivity.
- Valid until: Unlimited
Contact
Operator: SWANSEA AIRPORT STAKEHOLDER ALLIANCE.
Phone: 01792-687042
Address: Swansea Airport, Fairwood Common, Swansea,SA2 7JU.
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | TODA | LDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 | 1,351 m | 30 m | Concrete | 1,199 mTORA 1,199 m | 1,200 mASDA 1,199 m |
| 22 | 1,351 m | 30 m | Concrete | 1,199 mTORA 1,199 m | 1,200 mASDA 1,199 m |
| 10 | 857 m | 18 m | Asphalt | 799 mTORA 799 m | 824 mASDA 799 m |
| 28 | 857 m | 18 m | Asphalt | 799 mTORA 799 m | 794 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 | |||
| SWANSEA RADIO | 119.705 MHz | LIMITED • Mon-Sun 0900-1800 (0800-1700). • A/G frequency. | Service notes: ATZ active Fri-Sun 0900-1600 (0800-1700) and when notified by NOTAM. |
| Service notes: ATZ active Fri-Sun 0900-1600 (0800-1700) and when notified by NOTAM. | |||
Services
Briefing office
Status: LIMITED
Hours: No briefing facilities available.
Customs
Status: LIMITED
Hours: By arrangement.
Handling
Status: LIMITED
Hours: As AD hours.
Notes: Limited, by prior arrangement.
Other service
Status: LIMITED
Hours: As AD hours.
Notes: ARO
Other service - Meteorological service
Status: LIMITED
Hours: Not available.
Other service - Meteorological service
Status: LIMITED
Hours: 9 hours.
San
Status: LIMITED
Hours: Limited.
Secur
Status: LIMITED
Hours: As AD hours.
Supplies service
Type: Supplies service
Status: LIMITED
Hours: As AD hours.
Notes: AVGAS 5000 LT Tank and Fixed Pump.
When you are ready to brief
Turn EGFH 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
EGFH Pilot Briefing
Weather
2,500 m visibility
METAR EGFH 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
EGFH 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.