Sturgate Airfield

EGCS

Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, GB

Last Updated
May 14, 14:20Z

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Currently using: EGXW
Weather Source: RAF Waddington (EGXW)
Distance: 14nm / 26km from EGCS

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
14:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
7 kt
60°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1001 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGXW 141420Z 06007KT 9999 VCSH FEW020CB SCT040 10/04 Q1001 TEMPO 7000 SHRA RMK BLU TEMPO WHT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 58 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 4,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,058 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,058 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Sturgate Airfield is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (60°) at 7 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft (CB), scattered at 4,000 ft. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,000 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.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain, Heavy Showers Rain, Heavy Thunderstorm Small Hail. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 19:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Heavy Showers Rain, Heavy Thunderstorm Small Hail between 12:00Z and 19:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Showers Rain between 19:00Z and 21:00Z.

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
1001 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
999 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (58 ft)
Pressure Alt
426 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -160 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EGXW 141042Z 1412/1424 34010KT 9999 FEW025 BKN045 TEMPO 1412/1419 5000 SHRA BKN020CB PROB30 TEMPO 1412/1419 34018G28KT 2000 +SHRA +TSGS PROB30 TEMPO 1419/1421 5000 SHRA BKN020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:43Z BASE
+0h
VFR 340° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,500 ft
19:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+5h
MVFR
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GCS
09 ✈️
27
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
2,691 ft 0 ft ASP
6.1 kt 3.5 kt
30° angle
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
1,509 ft 0 ft ASP
1.2 kt 6.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Sturgate Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGCS
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 58 ft MSL

Location

City: Gainsborough, Lincolnshire
Country: GB
Latitude: 53.381242°
Longitude: -0.684800°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 2,691 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 1,509 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Sturgate Airfield

Sturgate Airfield (EGCS) is located in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, GB at an elevation of 58 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (09/27, 14/32), with the longest at 2,691 feet.

Airport Overview

Sturgate Airfield serves Gainsborough, Lincolnshire 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 (09/27, 14/32) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 2,691 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 EGCS, 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.