Elmsett Airfield

EGST

Ipswich, Suffolk, GB

Last Updated
Mar 4, 01:50Z

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Weather Source: Wattisham Airfield (EGUW)
Distance: 3nm / 6km from EGST

Current Weather

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Recent 39 min ago
01:50Z

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LIFR
Flight Rules
5°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
7 kt
70°
6 km
Visibility
300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
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Raw METAR

METAR EGUW 040150Z AUTO 07007KT 6000 BR OVC003/// 05/05 Q1027

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 246 ft
OVC 300 ft AGL
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OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
546 ft AMSL

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GST
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
2,920 ft 85 ft Grass 49°
6.6 kt 2.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Elmsett Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGST
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 246 ft MSL

Location

City: Ipswich, Suffolk
Country: GB
Latitude: 52.075454°
Longitude: 0.977654°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 2,920 ft
Width: 85 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No

About Elmsett Airfield

Elmsett Airfield (EGST) is located in Ipswich, Suffolk, GB at an elevation of 246 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (05/23), with the longest at 2,920 feet.

Airport Overview

Elmsett Airfield serves Ipswich, Suffolk in GB. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (05/23) with grass surface. The longest runway measures 2,920 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 EGST, 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.

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.