RAF Henlow

EGWE

Henlow, GB

Last Updated
Mar 4, 02:20Z

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Currently using: EGGW
Weather Source: London Luton Airport (EGGW)
Distance: 9nm / 17km from EGWE

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 11 min ago
02:20Z
🌙 Night
LIFR
Flight Rules
4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
4 kt
110°
0.4 km
Visibility
200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGGW 040220Z AUTO 11004KT 080V140 0400 FG OVC002 04/04 Q1027

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 206 ft
OVC 200 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
406 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF AMD EGGW 040138Z 0401/0424 07006KT 9999 SCT030 TEMPO 0401/0410 3000 BR -DZ BKN003 PROB40 TEMPO 0401/0409 0300 FG BKN000 PROB40 TEMPO 0410/0412 8000 BKN008 TEMPO 0420/0424 7000 PROB30 0421/0424 4000 BR
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:30Z BASE
+0h
VFR 70° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
10:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+8h
IFR
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 800 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
GWE
02
20 ✈️
09L
27R ✈️
09R
27L ✈️
13
31 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 20
 3,146 ft 150 ft Grass 0°
↑ 0.0 kt • ↔ 4.0 kt
90° angle
✈️ 09L/27R
Active: 27R
 2,500 ft 75 ft Grass 0°
↓ 3.8 kt • ↔ 1.4 kt
160° angle
✈️ 09R/27L
Active: 27L
 3,169 ft 150 ft Grass 0°
↓ 3.8 kt • ↔ 1.4 kt
160° angle
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
 2,624 ft 150 ft Grass 0°
↓ 3.8 kt • ↔ 1.4 kt
160° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

RAF Henlow - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGWE
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 206 ft MSL

Location

City: Henlow
Country: GB
Latitude: 52.018200°
Longitude: -0.303850°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 3,146 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No
Runway 09L/27R
Length: 2,500 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No
Runway 09R/27L
Length: 3,169 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 2,624 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
110°@4kt
Density Alt
206ft, 4°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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EGSS LIFR
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21nm
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EGWU IFR
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EGLL IFR
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VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About RAF Henlow

RAF Henlow 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 Henlow (EGWE) is located in Henlow, GB at an elevation of 206 feet MSL. The airport has 4 runways (02/20, 09L/27R, 09R/27L, 13/31), with the longest at 3,169 feet.

Airport Overview

RAF Henlow serves Henlow in GB. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 4 runways (02/20, 09L/27R, 09R/27L, 13/31) with grass surface. The longest runway measures 3,169 feet, adequate for light general aviation 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 EGWE, 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.