Cheltenham Racecourse Heliport

EGBC

Cheltenham, GB

Last Updated
May 14, 18:20Z

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Currently using: EGBJ
Weather Source: Gloucestershire Airport (EGBJ)
Distance: 5nm / 8km from EGBC

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 12 hours ago
18:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
9 kt
350°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGBJ 141820Z 35009KT 9999 VCSH SCT040CB 10/04 Q1003

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 213 ft
SCT 4,000 ft AGL (CB)
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,213 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Cheltenham Racecourse Heliport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 11.7 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (350°) at 9 knots. Runway 32 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 4,000 ft (CB). Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 4,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 4°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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.

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GBC
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
755 ft 98 ft GRS
7.8 kt 4.5 kt
150° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Cheltenham Racecourse Heliport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGBC
Type: heliport
Status: active
Elevation: 213 ft MSL

Location

City: Cheltenham
Country: GB
Latitude: 51.925626°
Longitude: -2.054351°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 755 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

About Cheltenham Racecourse Heliport

Cheltenham Racecourse Heliport (EGBC) is located in Cheltenham, GB at an elevation of 213 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (14/32), with the longest at 755 feet.

Airport Overview

Cheltenham Racecourse Heliport serves Cheltenham in GB. The airport features 1 runway (14/32) with grs surface. The longest runway measures 755 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 EGBC, 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.