Aerodrome
EGTC - CRANFIELD
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
- EGTC
- Type
- Aerodrome
- Location
- 7 NM SW of Bedford.
- Status
- Normal
- Use
- PERMIT
- Helicopter facilities
- No helicopter landing area listed
- Elevation
- 360 ft
- Magnetic variation
- 1.13° (2027) annual change 0.17°
- Coordinates
- 52.07210, -0.61670
Operating hours
Mon-Sun 0630-1900 (0530-1800) including Public Holidays.
Operational notes
All movements are strictly PPR. Telephone ATC 01234-750005 for PPR. Aircraft movements beyond Mon-Sun 0630-1900 (0530-1800) including Public Holidays are available upon request via extension of hours. Unlicensed movements not accepted. Handling mandatory for aircraft above 2700 KG. All fuelling requests should be made by text message direct to the refuellers 07900-738194 and not via ATC. Executive and pilot lounges available for handled aircraft. WDI (LGTD): 520439.57N 0003650.42W, 520350.46N 0003717.08W. Taxiway lighting is unavailable.
- Address to substantiate AFS connectivity.
- Landing fees paid using Airport Accounts telephone number 01234-758151 or via the Cranfield Airport website. No landing fee payment facilities on site. Visiting pilots wishing to leave the aerodrome are to follow signs via the RVP gate remaining clear of the manoeuvring area.
- Valid until: Unlimited
Contact
Operator: CRANFIELD UNIVERSITY
Phone: 01234-758150
Email: [email protected]
Address: Cranfield Airport, Cranfield University, Cranfield, Bedfordshire, MK43 0AL.
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | TODA | LDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 | 1,799 m | 45 m | Asphalt | 1,799 mTORA 1,799 m | 1,593 mASDA 1,799 m |
| 21 | 1,799 m | 45 m | Asphalt | 1,799 mTORA 1,672 m | 1,672 mASDA 1,672 m |
Helicopter landing areas
No helicopter landing areas are listed for this aerodrome.
Radio frequencies
| Callsign | Frequency | Availability | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Approach | |||
| Approach | |||
| CRANFIELD APPROACH | 122.855 MHz | LIMITED • Mon-Sun 0630-1900 (0530-1800) including Public Holidays. • DOC 25 NM/6,000 FT. | Service notes: ATZ hours coincident with Approach hours. VDF 520445.27N 0003645.84W On AD. |
| Service notes: ATZ hours coincident with Approach hours. VDF 520445.27N 0003645.84W On AD. | |||
| Tower | |||
| Tower | |||
| CRANFIELD TOWER | 122.855 MHz | LIMITED • When directed by ATC | Service notes: VDF 520445.27N 0003645.84W On AD. |
| CRANFIELD TOWER | 134.930 MHz | LIMITED • Mon-Sun 0630-1900 (0530-1800) including Public Holidays. • DOC 30 NM/4,000 FT. | |
| Service notes: VDF 520445.27N 0003645.84W On AD. | |||
| ATIS | |||
| ATIS | |||
| CRANFIELD DEPARTURE INFORMATION | 121.880 MHz | LIMITED • Mon-Sun 0630-1900 (0530-1800) including Public Holidays. • DOC 2 NM/GND. | |
| Other service | |||
| Other service | |||
| CRANFIELD 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: By arrangement. 24 hours notice required to ATC.
Supplies service
Type: Supplies service
Status: LIMITED
Hours: Mon-Sun 0630-1900 (0530-1800) including Public Holidays.
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Preview
EGTC Pilot Briefing
Weather
2,500 m visibility
METAR EGTC 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
EGTC 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.