Nottingham City Airport

EGBN / NQT

Nottingham, GB

Last Updated
Mar 4, 02:20Z

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Weather Source: East Midlands Airport (EGNX)
Distance: 10nm / 19km from EGBN

Current Weather

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Fresh 13 min ago
02:20Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
4 kt
90°
10+ km
Visibility
3,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGNX 040220Z 09004KT 9999 BKN030 06/04 Q1028

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 138 ft
BKN 3,000 ft AGL
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BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,138 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EGNX 032259Z 0400/0424 08009KT 9999 SCT040 PROB40 0403/0410 3000 BR BKN004 BECMG 0410/0413 16010KT PROB30 0418/0424 7000
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:33Z BASE
+0h
VFR 80° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
03:00Z PROB40
+1h
LIFR
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 400 ft
Mist
10:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR 160° 10 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GBN
03
21
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 2,693 ft 75 ft ASP 27°
1.8 kt 3.6 kt
63° angle
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
3,445 ft 98 ft ASP 88°
4.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Nottingham City Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGBN
IATA Code: NQT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 138 ft MSL

Location

City: Nottingham
Country: GB
Latitude: 52.919998°
Longitude: -1.079170°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 2,693 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09/27
Length: 3,445 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Nottingham City Airport

Overview

Nottingham City Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in Nottinghamshire, Great Britain. Positioned at 52.919998° N, -1.079170° E, the airport sits at an elevation of 138 feet above mean sea level. The airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the Nottingham metropolitan area and surrounding regions.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation of 138 feet MSL indicates a relatively low-altitude environment with moderate terrain characteristics. With two asphalt runways - 03/21 measuring 2,693 feet and 09/27 extending 3,445 feet - pilots can expect flexible operational capabilities. Local topography and proximity to urban areas may generate localized wind variations that require careful attention during approach and landing.

Notable Features

Nottingham City Airport features two runways aligned in different directions, providing operational flexibility for various wind conditions. The longer 09/27 runway at 3,445 feet offers more landing and takeoff options compared to the shorter 03/21 runway. The airport's medium classification suggests it supports a range of general aviation, commercial, and potentially limited regional operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection will likely depend on prevailing wind direction, with the 09/27 runway providing the longer operational surface. Pilots should carefully assess wind conditions and runway length when planning approaches, considering the airport's modest elevation and surrounding terrain. Standard instrument approach procedures and local traffic patterns will be critical for safe navigation.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.