Thurrock Airfield
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 16h 7m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Thurrock Airfield
Thurrock Airfield is a small airport in Orsett, Essex, United Kingdom (ICAO EGMT). It sits at an elevation of 20 ft (6 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,640 ft / 805 m. It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Barnards Farm (GB-0431), about 1.7 nm to the nnw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
EGMTLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07L / 25R | 2,640 ft / 805 m | — | Grass | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LONDON TMA 1 | Class A | TMA | 2500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LONDON TMA 3 | Class A | TMA | 3500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| LONDON TMA 8 | Class A | TMA | 5500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| THURROCK | Special use | Activity area | GND | 2020 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United Kingdom airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 253 ft | 56 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 253 ft | 49 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 371 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 23 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 52 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Thurrock Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Thurrock Airfield?
The ICAO code for Thurrock Airfield is EGMT.
Where is Thurrock Airfield located?
Thurrock Airfield is small airport located in Orsett, Essex, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 20 ft (6 m).
How many runways does Thurrock Airfield have?
Thurrock Airfield has 1 runway, the longest being 2,640 ft / 805 m.
What time zone is Thurrock Airfield in?
Thurrock Airfield is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Thurrock Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Thurrock Airfield is approximately 1.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Thurrock Airfield?
The nearest airport to Thurrock Airfield is Barnards Farm (GB-0431), about 1.7 nm to the nnw, followed by Bensons Farm Airstrip and Damyns Hall Aerodrome.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Thurrock Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.