Headcorn Aerodrome

EGKH

Ashford, Kent, GB

Last Updated
Jul 5, 07:50Z

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Currently using: EGMD
Weather Source: Lydd London Ashford Airport (EGMD)
Distance: 16nm / 30km from EGKH

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 7 min ago
07:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
11 kt
310°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGMD 050750Z 31011KT 280V340 9999 FEW030 21/16 Q1025

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 72 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,072 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Headcorn Aerodrome is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 11 knots. Runway 28 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 16°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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.

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 EGMD 050504Z 0506/0515 29010KT 9999 FEW040 BECMG 0509/0512 22012KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:57Z BASE
+0h
VFR 290° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
09:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 220° 12 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GKH
03
21
10
28 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 0 ft 0 ft Grass
7.1 kt 8.4 kt
50° angle
✈️ 10/28
Active: 28
4,101 ft 98 ft Grass 107°
9.5 kt 5.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Headcorn Aerodrome - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGKH
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 72 ft MSL

Location

City: Ashford, Kent
Country: GB
Latitude: 51.156898°
Longitude: 0.641667°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 0 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No
Runway 10/28
Length: 4,101 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No

About Headcorn Aerodrome

Headcorn Aerodrome (EGKH) is located in Ashford, Kent, GB at an elevation of 72 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (03/21, 10/28), with the longest at 4,101 feet.

Airport Overview

Headcorn Aerodrome serves Ashford, Kent 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 (03/21, 10/28) with grass surface. The longest runway measures 4,101 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 EGKH, 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.