Retford Gamston Airport

EGNE

Retford, Nottinghamshire, GB

Last Updated
Jul 5, 06:20Z

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Currently using: EGXW
Weather Source: RAF Waddington (EGXW)
Distance: 17nm / 31km from EGNE

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 22 min ago
06:20Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
9 kt
270°
10+ km
Visibility
1,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGXW 050620Z AUTO 27009KT 9999 OVC015/// 18/14 Q1023

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 91 ft
OVC 1,500 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,591 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Retford Gamston Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 1,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (270°) at 9 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1500 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GNE
02
20
08
26 ✈️
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02/20 3,933 ft 75 ft ASP 25°
3.8 kt 8.2 kt
115° angle
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
2,662 ft 150 ft ASP 77°
8.9 kt 1.6 kt
10° angle
14/32 2,624 ft 59 ft ASP 142°
5.5 kt 7.1 kt
128° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Retford Gamston Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGNE
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 91 ft MSL

Location

City: Retford, Nottinghamshire
Country: GB
Latitude: 53.280602°
Longitude: -0.951389°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 3,933 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08/26
Length: 2,662 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 2,624 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Retford Gamston Airport

Retford Gamston Airport (EGNE) is located in Retford, Nottinghamshire, GB at an elevation of 91 feet MSL. The airport has 3 runways (02/20, 08/26, 14/32), with the longest at 3,933 feet.

Airport Overview

Retford Gamston Airport serves Retford, Nottinghamshire 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 (02/20, 08/26, 14/32) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 3,933 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 EGNE, 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.