Andrewsfield Aerodrome

EGSL

Braintree, Essex, GB

Last Updated
Mar 4, 02:20Z

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Currently using: EGSS
Weather Source: London Stansted Airport (EGSS)
Distance: 8nm / 15km from EGSL

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
02:20Z
🌙 Night
LIFR
Flight Rules
5°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
5 kt
60°
5 km
Visibility
200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGSS 040220Z AUTO 06005KT 5000 BR OVC002 05/05 Q1028

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 286 ft
OVC 200 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
486 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EGSS 032252Z 0400/0506 07007KT 9999 SCT030 TEMPO 0400/0401 8000 BKN004 TEMPO 0401/0409 3000 -DZ BR BKN003 PROB40 TEMPO 0403/0409 0400 FG BKN000 PROB30 TEMPO 0409/0412 8000 BKN006 TEMPO 0420/0501 7000 PROB30 0421/0424 4500 BR
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:28Z BASE
+0h
VFR 70° 7 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
03:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+1h
LIFR
Visibility: 0.4 km
Fog
09:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+7h
IFR
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 600 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
GSL
09L ✈️
27R
09
27
09R ✈️
27L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 0 ft 0 ft UNK 0°
↑ 2.5 kt • ↔ 4.3 kt
60° angle
✈️ 09L/27R
Active: 09L
 2,621 ft 0 ft Grass 87°
↑ 4.3 kt • ↔ 2.5 kt
30° angle
✈️ 09R/27L
Active: 09R
 2,621 ft 0 ft Grass 87°
↑ 4.3 kt • ↔ 2.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Andrewsfield Aerodrome - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGSL
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 286 ft MSL

Location

City: Braintree, Essex
Country: GB
Latitude: 51.895000°
Longitude: 0.449167°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 0 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No
Runway 09L/27R
Length: 2,621 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No
Runway 09R/27L
Length: 2,621 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
60°@5kt
Density Alt
286ft, 5°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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Nearby Airports

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EGMC IFR
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21nm
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EGUW LIFR
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23nm
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EGLC IFR
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28nm
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EGUN VFR
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28nm
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VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Andrewsfield Aerodrome

Andrewsfield Aerodrome (EGSL) is located in Braintree, Essex, GB at an elevation of 286 feet MSL. The airport has 3 runways (09/27, 09L/27R, 09R/27L), with the longest at 2,621 feet.

Airport Overview

Andrewsfield Aerodrome serves Braintree, Essex in GB. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 3 runways (09/27, 09L/27R, 09R/27L) with unk and grass surfaces. The longest runway measures 2,621 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the national aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from EGSL, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Learn More

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Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.