Aerodrome
EGSC - CAMBRIDGE
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
- EGSC
- Type
- Aerodrome/Heliport
- Location
- 1.5 NM E of Cambridge.
- Status
- Normal
- Use
- PERMIT
- Helicopter facilities
- Listed for this aerodrome
- Elevation
- 48 ft
- Magnetic variation
- 1.39° (2027) annual change 0.17°
- Coordinates
- 52.20503, 0.17503
Operating hours
Mon-Fri 0800-1800 (0700-1700); see remarks.
Operational notes
Cambridge City Airport is an approved port of entry under designated status of Customs and Excise. All Crew/Passenger passport details for flights arriving from outside the UK (including EGNS, EGJB,EGJJ) must be submitted by the operator at https://www.submit-general-aviation-report.service.gov.uk/login. Please email us once this has been completed. Please ensure purpose and duration of visit is stated and if firearms will be carried onboard. Failure to comply may result in a fine. ATS Mon-Fri hours as above, Sat & Sun No ATS, Local flying only, No visiting aircraft. Aerodrome is strictly PPR; visiting aircraft 24 hour prior notification required. Contact Air Traffic Control either by: Email: [email protected] Web: www.cambridgeairport.com Phone: 01223-373213. Mandatory handling for all aircraft except leisure flights under 2.7 tonnes MTOW. Executive handling services available from Cambridge Jet Centre, Tel: 01223-373214, e-mail: [email protected]. Company frequency C/S Marshall Cambridge 131.780 Handling for visiting light General Aviation aircraft under 2.7 tonnes is only mandatory outside of the Cambridge Aeroclub opening hours. All training flights contact Cambridge ATC, Tel: 01223-373213, e-mail: [email protected] All none maintenance military flights over 2.7 tonnes contact FBO. All landing/handling/parking fees charged according to aircraft MTOW (tonnes). Other charges according to services provided. GPU, toilet service, aircraft de-icing, potable water, steps up to Airbus 320. Customs Apron 521231.80N 0001036.00E All parking under marshaller guidance or as directed by ATC. See AD 2.EGSC-2-2 Aircraft Parking and Docking Chart for the location of aircraft parking spots. Stop Bars at Runway 05/23 Holding Points Alpha, Bravo, Charlie and Delta. Holding position signs and runway taxi holding positions, runway designators and runway ahead markings provided between taxiways A, B, C, D and the main runway. WDI: 521203.81N 0001010.92E (LGTD) - 521225.90N 0001053.75E (LGTD). Obstacle lighting.
- Address to substantiate AFS connectivity.
- Valid until: Unlimited
Contact
Operator: CAMBRIDGE CITY AIRPORT
Phone: 01223-373213
Email: [email protected]
Address: The Airport, Cambridge CB5 8RX.
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | TODA | LDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 | 1,964 m | 45 m | Asphalt | 1,133 mTORA 580 m | 1,628 mASDA 1,025 m |
| 23 | 1,964 m | 45 m | Asphalt | 2,019 mTORA 1,886 m | 1,742 mASDA 1,886 m |
Helicopter landing areas
4 landing areas listed.
H3
19 m × 14 m • Grass • 49 ft
H4
24 m × 15 m • Grass • 48 ft
H5
24 m × 15 m • Grass • 45 ft
H6
24 m × 15 m • Grass • 45 ft
Radio frequencies
| Callsign | Frequency | Availability | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Approach | |||
| Approach | |||
| CAMBRIDGE APPROACH | 120.965 MHz | LIMITED • Mon-Fri 0800-1800 (0700-1700). • DOC 40 NM/20,000 FT. | Service notes: VDF 521218.25N 0001052.02E On AD. |
| Service notes: VDF 521218.25N 0001052.02E On AD. | |||
| Tower | |||
| Tower | |||
| CAMBRIDGE TOWER | 125.905 MHz | LIMITED • Mon-Fri 0800-1800 (0700-1700). • DOC 10 NM/10,000 FT. | |
| ATIS | |||
| ATIS | |||
| CAMBRIDGE INFORMATION | 134.605 MHz | LIMITED • Mon-Fri 0800-1800 (0700-1700). • DOC 40 NM/20,000 FT. | |
| Other service | |||
| Other service | |||
| CAMBRIDGE EMERGENCY | 121.500 MHz | LIMITED • On request (O/R) • Emergency frequency. | |
| Other service | |||
| Other service | |||
| CAMBRIDGE FIRE | 121.605 MHz | LIMITED • Available when Fire vehicle attending aircraft on the ground in an emergency. • Non-ATS frequency. | |
Services
Briefing office
Status: LIMITED
Hours: As AD hours. By arrangement with FBO.
Customs
Status: LIMITED
Hours: As AD hours. 24 hours prior notice required. See item 12.
De-icing
Status: LIMITED
Hours: As AD hours.
Notes: Mobile de-icer, Kilfrost ABC-K and Type II.
Handling
Status: LIMITED
Hours: FBO (Mandatory handling over 2.7 tonnes and commercial flights) as AD hours. Cambridge Aeroclub: (General Aviation Under 2.7 tonnes) 0830-1800 (0730-1700).
Notes: No cargo processing facilities available.
Secur
Status: LIMITED
Hours: By arrangement with FBO.
Supplies service
Type: Supplies service
Status: LIMITED
Hours: As AD hours.
Notes: JET A1 AL48 and AVGAS Bowser service.
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EGSC Pilot Briefing
Weather
2,500 m visibility
METAR EGSC 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
EGSC 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.