Aerodrome
EGSU - DUXFORD
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
- EGSU
- Type
- Aerodrome
- Location
- 8 NM S of Cambridge.
- Status
- Normal
- Use
- PERMIT
- Helicopter facilities
- No helicopter landing area listed
- Elevation
- 126 ft
- Magnetic variation
- 1.38° (2027) annual change 0.17°
- Coordinates
- 52.09052, 0.13150
Operating hours
1000-1600 (0900-1700).
Operational notes
This aerodrome is strictly PPR by telephone at all times. Aerodrome may close during adverse weather conditions Illuminated windsleeve: 520526.37N, 0000804.52E Windsleeve: 520533.88N, 0000823.93E Windsleeve: 520512.81N, 0000729.20E
- Address to substantiate AFS connectivity.
- Valid until: Unlimited
Contact
Operator: IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUM.
Phone: 01223-833376
Address: Duxford Aerodrome, Cambridgeshire, CB22 4QR.
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | TODA | LDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06R | 1,448 m | 32 m | Asphalt | 1,199 mTORA 1,199 m | 1,199 mASDA 1,199 m |
| 24L | 1,448 m | 32 m | Asphalt | 1,199 mTORA 1,199 m | 1,199 mASDA 1,199 m |
| 06L | 882 m | 25 m | Grass | 880 mTORA 880 m | 880 mASDA 880 m |
| 24R | 882 m | 25 m | Grass | 880 mTORA 880 m | 880 mASDA 880 m |
Helicopter landing areas
No helicopter landing areas are listed for this aerodrome.
Radio frequencies
| Callsign | Frequency | Availability | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight information service | |||
| Flight information service | |||
| DUXFORD INFORMATION | 122.080 MHz | LIMITED • 1000-1600 (0900-1700). • DOC 10 NM/3,000 FT. | Service notes: ATZ hours coincident with AFIS hours. |
| Service notes: ATZ hours coincident with AFIS hours. | |||
| Other service | |||
| Other service | |||
| DUXFORD RADIO | 122.080 MHz | LIMITED • As directed by ATC. • A/G frequency. | |
| DUXFORD FIRE | 121.605 MHz | LIMITED • Available when Fire vehicle attending aircraft on the ground in an emergency. | |
Services
Briefing office
Status: LIMITED
Hours: As AD hours, self-briefing facilities.
Customs
Status: LIMITED
Hours: By arrangement, minimum notice periods apply.
Handling
Status: LIMITED
Hours: As AD hours and by arrangement.
Other service - Meteorological service
Status: LIMITED
Hours: As AD hours, self-briefing facilities.
Secur
Status: NORMAL
Hours: 24 hours (H24) Security, CCTV in operation.
Supplies service
Type: Supplies service
Status: LIMITED
Hours: 1000-1530 (0900-1700). By arrangement outside these hours.
Notes: Fuel bowser service.
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Preview
EGSU Pilot Briefing
Weather
2,500 m visibility
METAR EGSU 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
EGSU 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.