Sleap Airfield

EGCV

Shrewsbury, Shropshire, GB

Last Updated
Apr 23, 01:50Z

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Currently using: EGOS
Weather Source: RAF Shawbury (EGOS)
Distance: 4nm / 8km from EGCV

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 37 min ago
01:50Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
5°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
3 kt
10°
10+ km
Visibility
1,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGOS 230150Z AUTO 01003KT 9999 OVC010/// 05/03 Q1030

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 275 ft
OVC 1,000 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,275 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Sleap Airfield is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 1,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (10°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1000 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 5°C (41°F) with a dewpoint of 3°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 5 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. There is a 30% probability of VFR conditions between 00:00Z and 02:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EGOS 221935Z 2221/2302 09012KT CAVOK PROB30 TEMPO 2300/2302 SCT010
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:26Z BASE
+0h
VFR 90° 12 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GCV
05
23
18
36 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 2,621 ft 151 ft Asphalt 48°
2.4 kt 1.8 kt
38° angle
✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
2,542 ft 59 ft Asphalt 181°
3.0 kt 0.5 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Sleap Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGCV
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 275 ft MSL

Location

City: Shrewsbury, Shropshire
Country: GB
Latitude: 52.834809°
Longitude: -2.770312°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 2,621 ft
Width: 151 ft
Surface: Asphalt
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 2,542 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: Asphalt
ILS: No

About Sleap Airfield

Sleap Airfield (EGCV) is located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire, GB at an elevation of 275 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (05/23, 18/36), with the longest at 2,621 feet.

Airport Overview

Sleap Airfield serves Shrewsbury, Shropshire 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 (05/23, 18/36) with asphalt surface. The longest runway measures 2,621 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 EGCV, 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.