Cotswold Airport

EGBP / GBA

Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GB

Last Updated
May 14, 21:55Z

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Currently using: EGVA
Weather Source: RAF Fairford (EGVA)
Distance: 10nm / 19km from EGBP

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 1 hour ago
21:55Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
5 kt
310°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1004 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGVA 142155Z 31005KT 9999 FEW050 07/03 A2966 RMK AO2A SLP048 T00650029 RVRNO $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 433 ft
FEW 5,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,433 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Cotswold Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 5,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 5 knots. Runway 31 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 5,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 7°C (45°F) with a dewpoint of 3°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 30 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 10:00Z and 15:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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.

QNH
1004 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
990 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (433 ft)
Pressure Alt
711 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -145 ft
ISA Deviation: -7.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EGVA 142200Z 1422/1604 33009KT 9999 SCT035 QNH2963INS BECMG 1508/1509 30010G15KT 9999 VCSH BKN030 QNH2976INS TEMPO 1510/1515 33010G18KT 8000 -SHRA BECMG 1519/1520 33009KT 9999 NSW SCT070 QNH2979INS TX14/1514Z TN02/1502Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:54Z BASE
+0h
VFR 330° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
08:00Z BECMG
+10h
VFR 300° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
10:00Z TEMPO
+12h
MVFR 330° 10 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Light Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GBP
03
21
08L
26R
08
26
13
31 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 1,148 ft 66 ft GRS 36°
0.3 kt 5.0 kt
86° angle
08/26 6,591 ft 148 ft ASP 80°
3.2 kt 3.8 kt
130° angle
08L/26R 1,476 ft 66 ft GRS 86°
3.6 kt 3.5 kt
136° angle
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
1,787 ft 150 ft ASP 123°
5.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Cotswold Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGBP
IATA Code: GBA
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 433 ft MSL

Location

City: Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Country: GB
Latitude: 51.668528°
Longitude: -2.056599°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 1,148 ft
Width: 66 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 08/26
Length: 6,591 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08L/26R
Length: 1,476 ft
Width: 66 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 1,787 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Cotswold Airport

Cotswold Airport (EGBP/GBA) is located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GB at an elevation of 433 feet MSL. The airport has 4 runways (03/21, 08/26, 08L/26R, 13/31), with the longest at 6,591 feet.

Airport Overview

Cotswold Airport serves Cirencester, Gloucestershire 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 (03/21, 08/26, 08L/26R, 13/31) with grs and asp surfaces. The longest runway measures 6,591 feet, accommodating most general aviation and regional 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 EGBP, 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.