Royal Air Force Cranwell : introduction
Cranwell Airport, known as Royal Air Force Cranwell, is open to civil, commercial and military air traffic.
Located 2 km from the centre of Cranwell, it can accommodate turboprops, very light jets, midsize, long-range, heavy and commercial aircraft.
AEROAFFAIRES tells you everything you need to know about planning your flight from RAF Cranwell Airport.
History of Cranwell Airport
- 1915 : The Admiralty requisitioned 10km2 of land from the Marquis of Bristol’s estate.
- 1916 : The Royal Naval Air Service is formed.
- 1917 : A railway station is built to serve the airport on a new branch line.
- 1918 : The Royal Air Force becomes independent.
- 1919 : Royal Air Force College Cranwell is formed as RAF College.
Practical information about RAF Cranwell
RAF Cranwell has four runways.
Coordinates for RAF Cranwell Airport
- Airport Code : EGYD
- Latitude : 53° 01′ 49″ N
- Longitude : 0° 28′ 59″ W
- Altitude : 66 metres
- Runway lengths : 761m, 761m, 1462m and 2082m.
This airport can accommodate private aircraft.
Location & access to RAF Cranwell Airport
- Address : RAF College, Byards Leap, Cranwell, Sleaford NG34 8HB, UK
- Coordinates : 53° 01′ 49″ North / 0° 28′ 59″ West
- Altitude : 66m
Located 2km from Cranwell, it will take you approximately 3 minutes to reach by car from the town.
If you wish, AEROAFFAIRES can arrange your transfer by hiring a car with a private driver.
Recommendations on the airport's surroundings
Where to stay ?
During your stay, hotels and guest houses are available to accommodate you. However, AEROAFFAIRES recommends that you book a room at the Belton Woods Hotel, located in Grantham, about 15 minutes from the airport.
