Aerodrome
EGNX - EAST MIDLANDS
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
- EGNX
- Type
- Aerodrome
- Location
- 7 NM SE of Derby.
- Status
- Normal
- Use
- PERMIT
- Helicopter facilities
- No helicopter landing area listed
- Elevation
- 306 ft
- Magnetic variation
- 0.83° (2027) annual change 0.18°
- Coordinates
- 52.83101, -1.32775
Operating hours
00:00-24:00
Operational notes
AVGAS 100LL available at other times by arrangement with Donington Aviation, Tel: 01332-811004 between 0800-1800 (winter) and 0700-1700 (summer) Full handling services are available from the following companies: Advantage Flight Support Ltd, Tel: 01332-561641; 07876-395887 (Mobile); email: [email protected];Twitter @AFSL_FBO; VHF 131.665 (General & Executive Aviation). Aviation Solutions, Tel: 01332-853510; Email: [email protected] (Cargo only). DHL Aviation, Tel: 01332-857000 Main Reception; Ad-Hoc charters via Aviation Solutions (Cargo only). Donington Aviation, Tel: 01332-812499 / 07462-812831; e-mail: [email protected] (General & Executive Aviation with Hangarage). Signature Flight Support, Tel: +44 (33) 0027 1263; Fax: 01332-811139; Email@ [email protected] (General & Executive Aviation). Swissport, Tel: 01332-812924; Fax: 01332-853584 (Passengers and Cargo). See Aircraft Ground Movement/Parking/Docking Chart. Taxiway J – Code E leading off Taxiway A on to the West Apron. From junction with Taxiway B, Taxiway reduces (south) to Code D Taxilane. Runway intersections M and S are not available for aircraft larger than Code C (maximum span 36 M). Delta Taxilane between D and V holding points widens to a bespoke maximum wingspan of 68.4 M. Taxiway V - Bespoke limited to maximum span of 68.4 M and maximum length of 76.25 M. Stands 21, 23, 24 and 70R are self-manoeuvring, with all other stands being a nose-in/push-back configuration. All apron stands are provided with centreline and nose/nosewheel stop position markings. Marshalling guidance will be given to all pilots to indicate the stop position. ALL aircraft parking on the aprons may only proceed onto stand under the guidance of a marshaller. If no marshal guidance is available, aircraft MUST NOT enter the stand and MUST hold on the taxi lane until a marshaller is present. Multiple stopbars with red HI lighting. Runway stop bars are in operation H24. 3 X WDI: 524957.60N 0011853.79W (LGTD), 524955.93N 0012026.69W (LGTD) and 524958.07N 0011936.57W. Apron floodlights.
- Address to substantiate AFS connectivity.
- Valid until: Unlimited
Contact
Operator: EAST MIDLANDS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT LTD.
Phone: 01332-850393 0808-1697032
Address: Pathfinder House, East Midlands Airport, Castle Donington, Derby DE74 2SA.
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | TODA | LDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 | 2,894 m | 45 m | Asphalt | 3,205 mTORA 2,894 m | 2,714 mASDA 2,924 m |
| 27 | 2,894 m | 45 m | Asphalt | 3,353 mTORA 837 m | 2,764 mASDA 867 m |
Helicopter landing areas
No helicopter landing areas are listed for this aerodrome.
Radio frequencies
| Callsign | Frequency | Availability | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radar | |||
| Radar | |||
| EAST MIDLANDS DIRECTOR | 120.130 MHz | LIMITED • As directed by ATC. • DOC 25 NM/10,000 FT. | Service notes: ATZ hours coincident with Radar hours. VDF 524956.61N 0011958.25W On AD. |
| EAST MIDLANDS RADAR | 126.180 MHz | NORMAL • DOC 60 NM/20,000 FT. | |
| EAST MIDLANDS RADAR | 134.180 MHz | NORMAL Lower Airspace Radar Service. DOC 60 NM/20,000 FT. | |
| Service notes: ATZ hours coincident with Radar hours. VDF 524956.61N 0011958.25W On AD. | |||
| Tower | |||
| Tower | |||
| EAST MIDLANDS TOWER | 124.005 MHz | NORMAL • DOC 25 NM/4000 FT. | Service notes: VDF 524956.61N 0011958.25W On AD. |
| EAST MIDLANDS GROUND | 121.905 MHz | NORMAL • DOC 3 NM/GND. | |
| Service notes: VDF 524956.61N 0011958.25W On AD. | |||
| ATIS | |||
| ATIS | |||
| EAST MIDLANDS INFORMATION | 122.680 MHz | NORMAL • DOC 60 NM/20,000 FT. | |
| Other service | |||
| Other service | |||
| EAST MIDLANDS FIRE | 121.605 MHz | LIMITED • Available when Fire vehicle attending aircraft on the ground in an emergency. • Non-ATS Channel. | |
Services
Briefing office
Status: LIMITED
Hours: Self-briefing
Customs
Status: NORMAL
De-icing
Status: NORMAL
Notes: Available by arrangement with handling agents.
Handling
Status: NORMAL
Notes: A full range of cargo handling equipment is available to service aircraft up to 747-400 and An-124 aircraft. Specialist handling equipment usually available at short notice through cargo handling agents. Tel: 01332-852894, Fax: 01332-853202. Nearest railway siding, Castle Donington 2 NM
Other service
Notes: ARO
San
Status: NORMAL
Secur
Status: NORMAL
Supplies service
Type: Supplies service
Status: LIMITED
Hours: Winter: 24 hours (H24) (AVTUR JET A-1). 0800-1800 daily (AVGAS 100LL). Summer: 24 hours (H24) (AVTUR JET A-1). 0700-1700 daily (AVGAS 100LL).
Notes: Available from Air BP, Tel: 01332-810459, Fax: 01332-850733; Texaco/Valero, Tel: 01332-812156/814496, Fax: 01332-810581.
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EGNX Pilot Briefing
Weather
2,500 m visibility
METAR EGNX 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
EGNX 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.