Sywell Aerodrome

EGBK / ORM

Northampton, Northamptonshire, GB

Last Updated
Jul 3, 17:50Z

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

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 11 hours ago
17:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
15 kt
250°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGTC 031750Z 25015KT CAVOK 25/08 Q1026

Weather Briefing

VFR

Sywell Aerodrome is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies. Note: This observation is 11 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 15 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 14-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 25°C (77°F) with a dewpoint of 8°C, indicating very dry 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
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°
10.8 kt 10.4 kt
136° angle
03R/21L 2,201 ft 98 ft Grass 26°
10.8 kt 10.4 kt
136° angle
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
1,975 ft 98 ft Grass 54°
14.1 kt 5.1 kt
20° angle
15/33 1,476 ft 59 ft Grass 146°
3.6 kt 14.6 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.