Sleap Airfield

Shrewsbury, Shropshire, GB 🇬🇧 Small Airport

ICAO

EGCV

IATA

Elevation

275 ft

Region

GB-ENG

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: EGCV

Local Code: Not available

Location: 52.834809° N, -2.770312° E

Continent: EU

Type: Small Airport

Keywords: RAF Sleap

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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

Travelers to Sleap Airfield (EGCV) generally express high satisfaction, consistently praising its welcoming and friendly atmosphere. The airfield is particularly popular among general aviation pilots and those seeking flying experiences, with recent reviews highlighting a relaxed and enjoyable environment.

What Travelers Love

Friendly and Welcoming Staff: Reviewers consistently commend the efficient radio service and the helpful, friendly staff at reception and throughout the airfield, contributing to a pleasant experience.
Excellent General Aviation Facilities: The airfield offers both hard and grass runways in good condition, ample grass parking, and is home to the Shropshire Aero Club.
Charming Airfield Cafe & Museum: The cafe, located in the old control tower, provides homemade meals and treats with unique views of the runways, while the onsite museum displays WWII artifacts and is free to enter on weekends.
Variety of Flying Experiences: Sleap Airfield is a hub for trial lessons, pleasure flights, and aerobatic experiences, making it a destination for both aspiring pilots and visitors.
Cheapest Aviation Fuel: It is noted for having some of the most affordable aviation fuel in the UK, a significant draw for pilots.
Uncongested Airspace: Pilots appreciate the relatively open and uncongested airspace compared to more southern airfields, facilitating smoother operations.

Common Complaints

Limited Onward Travel Options: There is no public transport directly to the airfield, and taxis need to be booked in advance, which can make onward travel challenging.
Runway Identification for New Visitors: The flat, large airfield with intersecting runways can sometimes make it difficult for first-time pilots to identify the correct runway.
Military and Glider Activity: Visitors and pilots need to be aware of military helicopter training activity from nearby RAF Shawbury, which can create wake turbulence requiring significant separation, and glider operations primarily on weekends and bank holidays.
Cafe Pricing: One review mentioned the Pegasus Cafe as being "a bit pricey," although generally, the food quality is well-regarded.

Sleap Airfield is highly recommended for general aviation enthusiasts and those looking for flying experiences, offering a super friendly and relaxed atmosphere with good facilities. While local transport connections are limited, the overall experience for visitors and pilots is overwhelmingly positive. Note that Sleap Airfield does not operate commercial flights, so information on security wait times or customs/immigration is not applicable.

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For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`05/23`	2621 ft	151 ft	Asphalt	Active Lighted
`18/36`	2542 ft	59 ft	Asphalt	Active

Type	Description	Frequency
A/G	Sleap A/G	`122.45 MHz`

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency

Ground Transportation

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