Rochester Airport

EGTO / RCS

Rochester, Kent, GB

Last Updated
Jul 4, 16:20Z

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Currently using: EGMC
Weather Source: London Southend Airport (EGMC)
Distance: 15nm / 28km from EGTO

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
16:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
12 kt
260°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGMC 041620Z 26012KT 9999 FEW048 28/14 Q1023

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 436 ft
FEW 4,800 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,236 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Rochester Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 4,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (260°) at 12 knots. Runway 20 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 10-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,800 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C, indicating relatively dry 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 EGMC 041355Z 0415/0424 26010KT 9999 SCT040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:49Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GTO
02L
20R ✈️
02R
20L ✈️
16
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02L/20R
Active: 20R
2,713 ft 105 ft Grass 23°
6.0 kt 10.4 kt
60° angle
✈️ 02R/20L
Active: 20L
2,264 ft 69 ft Grass 23°
6.0 kt 10.4 kt
60° angle
16/34 3,159 ft 115 ft Grass 161°
1.9 kt 11.9 kt
99° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Rochester Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGTO
IATA Code: RCS
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 436 ft MSL

Location

City: Rochester, Kent
Country: GB
Latitude: 51.351898°
Longitude: 0.503333°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 02L/20R
Length: 2,713 ft
Width: 105 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No
Runway 02R/20L
Length: 2,264 ft
Width: 69 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 3,159 ft
Width: 115 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No

About Rochester Airport

Rochester Airport (EGTO/RCS) is located in Rochester, Kent, GB at an elevation of 436 feet MSL. The airport has 3 runways (02L/20R, 02R/20L, 16/34), with the longest at 3,159 feet.

Airport Overview

Rochester Airport serves Rochester, Kent 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 (02L/20R, 02R/20L, 16/34) with grass surface. The longest runway measures 3,159 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 EGTO, 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.