Aerodrome
EGKH - LASHENDEN/HEADCORN
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
- EGKH
- Type
- Aerodrome
- Location
- 8 NM S of Maidstone, Kent.
- Status
- Normal
- Use
- PERMIT
- Helicopter facilities
- No helicopter landing area listed
- Elevation
- 70 ft
- Magnetic variation
- 1.60° (2027) annual change 0.17°
- Coordinates
- 51.15639, 0.64444
Operating hours
0900-1900 (0800-1800) or SS, whichever is earlier, and by arrangement.
Operational notes
This aerodrome is strictly PPR by telephone. Illuminated wind direction indicator - 510919.28N 0003842.98E.
- Address to substantiate AFS connectivity.
- Valid until: Unlimited
Contact
Operator: MR. J.P.A. FREEMAN
Phone: 01622-890226
Address: Shenley Farms (Engineering) Ltd, Headcorn Aerodrome, Headcorn, Kent, TN27 9HX.
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | TODA | LDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 1,250 m | 30 m | Grass | 1,150 mTORA 1,150 m | 1,000 mASDA 1,190 m |
| 28 | 1,250 m | 30 m | Grass | 1,100 mTORA 1,100 m | 1,000 mASDA 1,199 m |
Helicopter landing areas
No helicopter landing areas are listed for this aerodrome.
Radio frequencies
| Callsign | Frequency | Availability | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other service | |||
| Other service | |||
| HEADCORN RADIO | 122.210 MHz | LIMITED 0900-1900 (0800-1800) or SS, whichever is earlier, and by arrangement. A/G frequency. DOC 10 NM/2,000 FT. | Service notes: ATZ hours coincident with A/G hours, but not by arrangement. |
| Service notes: ATZ hours coincident with A/G hours, but not by arrangement. | |||
Services
Supplies service
Type: Supplies service
Status: LIMITED
Hours: As AD hours.
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Preview
EGKH Pilot Briefing
Weather
2,500 m visibility
METAR EGKH 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
EGKH 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.