Aerodrome
EGTR - ELSTREE
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
- EGTR
- Type
- Aerodrome
- Location
- 2.6 NM E of Watford.
- Status
- Normal
- Use
- PERMIT
- Helicopter facilities
- No helicopter landing area listed
- Elevation
- 332 ft
- Magnetic variation
- 1.26° (2027) annual change 0.17°
- Coordinates
- 51.65583, -0.32585
Operating hours
0900-2000 (0800-1900); or SS, whichever is earlier and by arrangement.
Operational notes
Mandatory PPR and pilot brief available at http://www.londonelstreeaerodrome.com. WDI: 513918.32N 0001927.03W (LGTD), 513925.68N 0001920.78W.
- Address to substantiate AFS connectivity.
- Valid until: Unlimited
Contact
Operator: ALDENHAM AVIATION LTD.
Phone: 020-8953 7480
Email: [email protected]
Address: Elstree Aerodrome, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 3AR.
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | TODA | LDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 | 651 m | 20 m | Asphalt | 651 mTORA 651 m | 651 mASDA 651 m |
| 26 | 651 m | 20 m | Asphalt | 651 mTORA 651 m | 651 mASDA 651 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 | |||
| ELSTREE INFORMATION | 122.405 MHz | LIMITED • 0900-2000 (0800-1900) or SS, whichever is earlier. • 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 | |||
| ELSTREE RADIO | 122.405 MHz | LIMITED • 0900-2000 (0800-1900) or SS, whichever is earlier. • A/G frequency. | Service notes: ATZ hours coincident with A/G hours. |
| Service notes: ATZ hours coincident with A/G hours. | |||
Services
Customs
Status: LIMITED
Hours: By arrangement.
Supplies service
Type: Supplies service
Status: LIMITED
Hours: By arrangement.
When you are ready to brief
Turn EGTR reference into a full briefing
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Preview
EGTR Pilot Briefing
Weather
2,500 m visibility
METAR EGTR 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
EGTR 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.