Aerodrome
EGLC - LONDON CITY
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
- EGLC
- Type
- Aerodrome/Heliport
- Location
- 6 NM E of City of London.
- Status
- Normal
- Use
- PERMIT
- Helicopter facilities
- Listed for this aerodrome
- Elevation
- 20 ft
- Magnetic variation
- 1.39° (2027) annual change 0.17°
- Coordinates
- 51.50523, 0.05518
Operating hours
Mon-Fri 0630-2200 (0530-2100); Sat 0630-1230 (0530-1130); Sun 1230-2200 (1130-2100); PH 0900-2200 (0800-2100).
Operational notes
Aerodrome Hours are maximum permitted for scheduling purposes. No static customs presence, contact Waterloo International Terminal: 020-7919 6710. A nominated handling agent is mandatory for all visiting aircraft. Handling for corporate and General Aviation by arrangement with London City Airport Jet Centre, Tel: 020-7646 0400; Fax: 020-7646 0450; SITA: LCYGAXH See Aircraft Parking/Docking Chart. Self-manoeuvring stand marking (with marshalling assistance). Red stop bars and co-located runway guard lights on access taxiways. Taxiway: Apron and access taxiways green centre-line lights augmented with blue edge lights on curves. Selectable lead-on lights. Blue edge lights on edges of runway turning areas and apron. WDI (LGTD): 513020.59N 0000338.46E; 513021.74N 0000301.72E. Apron floodlighting. Obstacle lighting.
- Address to substantiate AFS connectivity.
- Valid until: Unlimited
- All telephone calls to ATC are recorded.
Contact
Operator: LONDON CITY AIRPORT LTD
Phone: 01489-571177
Address: Royal Docks, Silvertown, London E16 2PX.
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | TODA | LDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 | 1,508 m | 30 m | Asphalt | 1,457 mTORA 1,199 m | 1,494 mASDA 1,494 m |
| 27 | 1,508 m | 30 m | Asphalt | 1,415 mTORA 1,199 m | 1,508 mASDA 1,508 m |
Helicopter landing areas
No helicopter landing areas are listed for this aerodrome.
Radio frequencies
| Callsign | Frequency | Availability | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Approach | |||
| Approach | |||
| THAMES DIRECTOR | 132.700 MHz | LIMITED • 0600-2300 (0500-2200). • Also used by Biggin Hill traffic. | |
| Radar | |||
| Radar | |||
| HEATHROW RADAR | 125.625 MHz | NORMAL | |
| THAMES DIRECTOR | 128.025 MHz | LIMITED • As directed by ATC | |
| THAMES DIRECTOR | 132.700 MHz | LIMITED • 0600-2300 (0500-2200). | |
| THAMES DIRECTOR | 133.455 MHz | LIMITED • As directed by ATC | |
| Tower | |||
| Tower | |||
| CITY TOWER | 118.080 MHz | LIMITED Mon-Fri 0630-2230 (0530-2130); Sat 0630-1230 (0530-1130); Sun 1230-2230 (1130-2130); PH 0900-2230 (0800-2130). Hours are maximum consult latest NOTAM. See AD 2.3, item 12. DOC 25 NM/4,000 FT. | Service notes: Aircraft that are not equipped for 8.33 kHz frequencies cannot operate at this aerodrome. |
| CITY TOWER | 129.455 MHz | LIMITED • As directed by ATC • DOC 25 NM/4,000 FT. | |
| CITY GROUND | 121.830 MHz | LIMITED • As directed by ATC • DOC 2 NM/GND. | |
| Service notes: Aircraft that are not equipped for 8.33 kHz frequencies cannot operate at this aerodrome. | |||
| ATIS | |||
| ATIS | |||
| CITY INFORMATION | 136.355 MHz | LIMITED Mon-Fri 0630-2230 (0530-2130); Sat 0630-1230 (0530-1130); Sun 1230-2230 (1130-2100); PH 0900-2230 (0800-2100). If unavailable call Tower on 118.080 MHz. Thames Director will advise. DOC 60 NM/20,000 FT. | |
| Other service | |||
| Other service | |||
| CITY FIRE | 121.600 MHz | LIMITED • Available when Fire vehicle attending aircraft on the ground in an emergency. • Non-ATS frequency. | |
Services
Customs
Status: LIMITED
Hours: Mon-Fri 0630-2230 (0530-2130); Sat 0630-1330 (0530-1230); Sun and PH 0900-2300 (0800-2200). Prior notice required by 1400 (1300) on previous day.
De-icing
Status: LIMITED
Hours: As aerodrome hours.
Notes: Available via handling agent.
Handling
Status: LIMITED
Hours: As aerodrome hours.
Other service - Meteorological service
Status: LIMITED
Hours: As aerodrome hours.
Secur
Status: LIMITED
Hours: As aerodrome hours.
Supplies service
Type: Supplies service
Status: LIMITED
Hours: As aerodrome hours.
Notes: Road Tanker up to 37,500 LT.
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Preview
EGLC Pilot Briefing
Weather
2,500 m visibility
METAR EGLC 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
EGLC 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.