Aerodrome
EGLF - FARNBOROUGH
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
- EGLF
- Type
- Aerodrome
- Location
- 1 NM NNW of Aldershot.
- Status
- Normal
- Use
- PERMIT
- Helicopter facilities
- No helicopter landing area listed
- Elevation
- 238 ft
- Magnetic variation
- 1.14° (2027) annual change 0.17°
- Coordinates
- 51.27539, -0.77752
Operating hours
Mon-Fri 0700-2200 (0600-2100); Sat, Sun and PH 0800-2000 (0700-1900).
Operational notes
This aerodrome is PPR through Farnborough Airport Ops. Aerodrome may close earlier if there is no scheduled traffic. In these circumstances a NOTAM will be issued and the Airport Operations frequency will be closed. Aerodrome CLOSED on 25 and 26 December. Ground Handling for all visiting civil aircraft will be undertaken by Farnborough Airport Ops on North Apron. Crews must seek prior permission from Farnborough Airport Ops, if aircraft refuelling with passengers on board is required. Oxygen: OXRB. Starting Units: E1, 3, 4, 6, 7 and 10. Executive Lounge in Terminal Building. Portion of disused taxiway between Taxiway Zulu and South 1 Apron (as shown on AIP AD 2-EGLF-2-1) may be promulgated as available by NOTAM. This would be an extension of existing Taxiway Yankee. At all holding points Wind direction indicators (LGTD): 511650.89N 0004558.68W; 511630.41N 0004701.85W.
- Valid until: Unlimited
Contact
Operator: FARNBOROUGH AIRPORT LTD
Phone: 01252-526017
Email: [email protected] (Farnborough Airport Ops)
Address: Farnborough Airport, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 6XA.
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | TODA | LDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 | 2,440 m | 45 m | Concrete/Asphalt | 2,060 mTORA 1,809 m | 1,800 mASDA 2,590 m |
| 24 | 2,440 m | 45 m | Concrete/Asphalt | 2,123 mTORA 1,828 m | 1,800 mASDA 2,440 m |
Helicopter landing areas
No helicopter landing areas are listed for this aerodrome.
Radio frequencies
| Callsign | Frequency | Availability | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radar | |||
| Radar | |||
| FARNBOROUGH RADAR | 125.250 MHz | LIMITED Mon-Fri 0700-2200 (0600-2100); Sat, Sun and PH 0800-2000 (0700-1900). Odiham MATZ Penetration. DOC 40 NM/15,000 FT. Radar services unavailable below 1500 FT AMSL. Outside of 0800-2000 (0700-1900), aircraft may (subject to workload) receive a service from Farnborough or be requested to contact an alternative VHF frequency. | |
| FARNBOROUGH DIRECTOR | 130.055 MHz | LIMITED • As directed by ATC. • DOC 25 NM/6,000 FT. | |
| FARNBOROUGH RADAR | 133.440 MHz | LIMITED Mon-Fri 0700-2200 (0600-2100); Sat, Sun and PH 0800-2000 (0700-1900). DOC 25 NM/ 8,000 FT. Dedicated VFR/SVFR transit request frequency. | |
| FARNBOROUGH RADAR | 134.355 MHz | LIMITED • Mon-Fri 0700-2200 (0600-2100); Sat, Sun and PH 0800-2000 (0700-1900). • DOC 40 NM/8,000 FT. | |
| Tower | |||
| Tower | |||
| FARNBOROUGH TOWER | 122.780 MHz | LIMITED Mon-Fri 0700-2200 (0600-2100); Sat, Sun and PH 0800-2000 (0700-1900). DOC 25 NM/4,000 FT. Frequency may close earlier than 2200 (2100) when no further aerodrome movements are expected. | |
| FARNBOROUGH GROUND | 121.815 MHz | Mon-Fri 0700-2200 (0600-2100); Sat, Sun and PH 0800-2000 (0700-1900). DOC 2 NM/GND. Initial call for start or taxi clearance shall be made to Farnborough Tower on 122.780 MHz unless notified by ATIS broadcast that Farnborough Ground is in operation. Frequency may close earlier than 2200 (2100) when no further aerodrome movements are expected. | |
| ATIS | |||
| ATIS | |||
| FARNBOROUGH INFORMATION | 128.405 MHz | LIMITED • Mon-Fri 0700-2200 (0600-2100); Sat, Sun and PH 0800-2000 (0700-1900). • DOC 60 NM/40,000 FT. | Service notes: Available from 10 minutes prior to AD opening. |
| Service notes: Available from 10 minutes prior to AD opening. | |||
| Other service | |||
| Other service | |||
| FARNBOROUGH EMERGENCY | 121.500 MHz | LIMITED • On request (O/R) • Emergency Frequency | |
| Other service | |||
| Other service | |||
| FARNBOROUGH FIRE | 121.605 MHz | LIMITED • Available when Fire vehicle attending aircraft on the ground in an emergency. • Non-ATS channel. | |
Services
Customs
Status: LIMITED
Hours: By arrangement.
De-icing
Status: LIMITED
Hours: As AD hours.
Notes: Yes, contact Farnborough Airport Ops.
Handling
Status: LIMITED
Hours: As AD hours.
Notes: Contact Farnborough Airport Ops.
Other service - Meteorological service
Status: NORMAL
Secur
Status: NORMAL
Supplies service
Type: Supplies service
Status: LIMITED
Hours: Aircraft fuelling permitted Mon-Fri 0545-2215 (0445-2115); Sat, Sun and PH 0700-2015 (0600-1915).
Notes: Bowser.
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EGLF Pilot Briefing
Weather
2,500 m visibility
METAR EGLF 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
EGLF 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.