Little Gransden Airfield

EGMJ

Sandy, Bedfordshire, GB

Last Updated
May 15, 07:20Z

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Currently using: EGSC
Weather Source: Cambridge City Airport (EGSC)
Distance: 12nm / 23km from EGMJ

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
07:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
9 kt
320°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGSC 150720Z 32009KT 9999 FEW022 08/04 Q1006

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 250 ft
FEW 2,200 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,450 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Little Gransden Airfield is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,200 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 9 knots. Runway 30 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,200 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 4°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 8 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Showers Rain between 10:00Z and 13:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EGSC 150727Z 1507/1515 33008KT 9999 FEW025 PROB30 TEMPO 1510/1513 8000 -SHRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:32Z BASE
+0h
VFR 330° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
10:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+3h
MVFR
Visibility: 8 km
Light Showers Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GMJ
03 ✈️
21
10 ✈️
28
12 ✈️
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 03
1,410 ft 75 ft Grass
3.1 kt 8.5 kt
70° angle
✈️ 10/28
Active: 10
1,870 ft 59 ft Grass
6.9 kt 5.8 kt
140° angle
✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
2,132 ft 149 ft Grass
8.5 kt 3.1 kt
160° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Little Gransden Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGMJ
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 250 ft MSL

Location

City: Sandy, Bedfordshire
Country: GB
Latitude: 52.165977°
Longitude: -0.149222°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 1,410 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No
Runway 10/28
Length: 1,870 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 2,132 ft
Width: 149 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No

About Little Gransden Airfield

Little Gransden Airfield (EGMJ) is located in Sandy, Bedfordshire, GB at an elevation of 250 feet MSL. The airport has 3 runways (03/21, 10/28, 12/30), with the longest at 2,132 feet.

Airport Overview

Little Gransden Airfield serves Sandy, Bedfordshire in GB. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 3 runways (03/21, 10/28, 12/30) with grass surface. The longest runway measures 2,132 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 EGMJ, 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.