Shipdham Airfield

EGSA

Thetford, Norfolk, GB

Last Updated
Jul 5, 07:20Z

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Weather Source: Norwich Airport (EGSH)
Distance: 13nm / 24km from EGSA

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 35 min ago
07:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
10 kt
270°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGSH 050720Z 27010KT 9999 SCT019 19/15 Q1023

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 210 ft
SCT 1,900 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,110 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Shipdham Airfield is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,900 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (270°) at 10 knots. Runway 20 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,900 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 15°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 fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions between 06:00Z and 08:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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 EGSH 050501Z 0506/0515 28009KT 9999 FEW040 PROB30 TEMPO 0506/0508 BKN010
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:54Z BASE
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VFR 280° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GSA
02
20 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 20
2,828 ft 59 ft UNK 22°
3.4 kt 9.4 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Shipdham Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGSA
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 210 ft MSL

Location

City: Thetford, Norfolk
Country: GB
Latitude: 52.629398°
Longitude: 0.928056°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 2,828 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No

About Shipdham Airfield

Shipdham Airfield (EGSA) is located in Thetford, Norfolk, GB at an elevation of 210 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (02/20), with the longest at 2,828 feet.

Airport Overview

Shipdham Airfield serves Thetford, Norfolk 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 (02/20) with unk surface. The longest runway measures 2,828 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 EGSA, 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.