RAF Abingdon

EGUD

Abingdon, Oxfordshire, GB

Last Updated
Jun 15, 09:20Z

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Currently using: EGTK
Weather Source: London Oxford Airport (EGTK)
Distance: 9nm / 16km from EGUD

Military Airport

PPR Available

This is a Royal Air Force or Ministry of Defence aerodrome. Civil access may be available with Prior Permission Required (PPR).

Access Notes:

Many RAF stations accept civil PPR; consult UK AIP AD 2 for specific procedures

Consult official AIP (UK AIP ENR 2.2) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 8 min ago
09:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
8 kt
70°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGTK 150920Z 07008KT 9999 VCSH FEW025 14/11 Q1015

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 259 ft
FEW 2,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,759 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

RAF Abingdon is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (70°) at 8 knots. Runway 08/26 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EGTK 150805Z 1509/1518 10008KT 9999 FEW045 BECMG 1513/1516 17010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:27Z BASE
+0h
VFR 100° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
13:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR 170° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GUD
08 ✈️
26
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
3,500 ft 0 ft Asphalt
7.9 kt 1.4 kt
10° angle
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
5,911 ft 0 ft Asphalt
2.7 kt 7.5 kt
110° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

RAF Abingdon - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGUD
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 259 ft MSL

Location

City: Abingdon, Oxfordshire
Country: GB
Latitude: 51.690614°
Longitude: -1.316568°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 3,500 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: Asphalt
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 5,911 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: Asphalt
ILS: No

About RAF Abingdon

RAF Abingdon is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the GB AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

RAF Abingdon (EGUD) is located in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, GB at an elevation of 259 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (08/26, 18/36), with the longest at 5,911 feet.

Airport Overview

RAF Abingdon serves Abingdon, Oxfordshire in GB. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 2 runways (08/26, 18/36) with asphalt surface. The longest runway measures 5,911 feet, accommodating most general aviation and regional aircraft.

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 EGUD, 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.