Sywell Aerodrome

EGBK / ORM

Northampton, Northamptonshire, GB

Last Updated
Jul 4, 06:50Z

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Currently using: EGTC
Weather Source: Cranfield Airport (EGTC)
Distance: 15nm / 29km from EGBK

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
06:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
14 kt
250°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGTC 040650Z 25014KT 9999 FEW012 SCT037 16/13 Q1026

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 429 ft
FEW 1,200 ft AGL
SCT 3,700 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,629 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,129 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Sywell Aerodrome is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,700 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 14 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 13-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,200 ft, scattered at 3,700 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 13°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. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions between 06:00Z and 08:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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 EGTC 040601Z 0406/0415 25009KT 9999 FEW030 PROB40 0406/0408 BKN009
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:20Z BASE
+0h
VFR 250° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GBK
03L
21R
03R
21L
05
23 ✈️
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03L/21R 4,160 ft 98 ft Concrete 26°
10.1 kt 9.7 kt
136° angle
03R/21L 2,201 ft 98 ft Grass 26°
10.1 kt 9.7 kt
136° angle
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
1,975 ft 98 ft Grass 54°
13.2 kt 4.8 kt
20° angle
15/33 1,476 ft 59 ft Grass 146°
3.4 kt 13.6 kt
104° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Sywell Aerodrome - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGBK
IATA Code: ORM
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 429 ft MSL

Location

City: Northampton, Northamptonshire
Country: GB
Latitude: 52.305302°
Longitude: -0.793056°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03L/21R
Length: 4,160 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: Concrete
ILS: No
Runway 03R/21L
Length: 2,201 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No
Runway 05/23
Length: 1,975 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 1,476 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No

About Sywell Aerodrome

Sywell Aerodrome (EGBK/ORM) is located in Northampton, Northamptonshire, GB at an elevation of 429 feet MSL. The airport has 4 runways (03L/21R, 03R/21L, 05/23, 15/33), with the longest at 4,160 feet.

Airport Overview

Sywell Aerodrome serves Northampton, Northamptonshire 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 (03L/21R, 03R/21L, 05/23, 15/33) with concrete and grass surfaces. The longest runway measures 4,160 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 EGBK, 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.