Elmsett Airfield
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 16h 19m 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 Elmsett Airfield
Elmsett Airfield is a small airport in Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom (ICAO EGST). It sits at an elevation of 246 ft (75 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,920 ft / 890 m. It observes Europe/London local time. The nearest airport is Wattisham Airfield (EGUW), about 3.2 nm to the nnw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
EGSTLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 / 23▸ displaced | 2,920 ft / 890 m | 85 ft | Grass | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | Elmsett A/G | 130.900 MHz |
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLACTON CTA 2 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | FL195 |
| CLACTON CTA 3 | Class A | CTA | FL085 | FL195 |
| WATTISHAM | Class G | MATZ | GND | 3283 ft MSL |
| ELMSETT | Special use | Activity area | GND | 2246 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mendlesham transmitting station | 1,001 ft | 197 ft | — |
| Sudbury B | 545 ft | 220 ft | — |
| Manningtree Transmitter | 505 ft | 112 ft | — |
| Sudbury A | 338 ft | 220 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 108 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 105 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 72 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 108 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Elmsett Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Elmsett Airfield?
The ICAO code for Elmsett Airfield is EGST.
Where is Elmsett Airfield located?
Elmsett Airfield is small airport located in Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 246 ft (75 m).
How many runways does Elmsett Airfield have?
Elmsett Airfield has 1 runway, the longest being 2,920 ft / 890 m.
What time zone is Elmsett Airfield in?
Elmsett Airfield is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Elmsett Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Elmsett Airfield is approximately 1.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Elmsett Airfield?
The nearest airport to Elmsett Airfield is Wattisham Airfield (EGUW), about 3.2 nm to the nnw, followed by Rands Farm Airstrip and Raydon Wings Glider Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Elmsett Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.