Isle of Wight/Sandown Airport

Sandown, Isle of Wight, GB 🇬🇧 Small Airport

ICAO

EGHN

IATA

Elevation

55 ft

Region

GB-ENG

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: EGHN

Local Code: Not available

Location: 50.653099° N, -1.18222° E

Continent: EU

Type: Small Airport

Keywords: Sandown

Terminal Information Not Available
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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

Isle of Wight/Sandown Airport (EGHN) consistently receives highly positive feedback from visitors and pilots alike, often described as a welcoming and vibrant general aviation airfield and a destination in its own right. Travelers and aviation enthusiasts frequently praise its friendly atmosphere, excellent food, and diverse activities.

What Travelers Love

Friendly and Welcoming Staff/Owner: The staff, including the owner, Dan, are consistently lauded for their exceptional service and warm welcome, making it "probably the most accessible and welcoming airfield in the south of England."
Excellent Food and Cafe: The Island Bistro offers delicious food, with wood-fired stone-baked pizza being a particular highlight, along with coffee, BBQs, and Sunday roasts.
Unique Visitor Experience and Amenities: Beyond flying, the airport provides a rich experience with its Wight Aviation Museum, ample outdoor seating for aircraft watching, regular events and live music, and even "flamping" (on-site camping for pilots).
Accessible for Pilots: Pilots appreciate the reasonable landing fees, the generally hassle-free experience, and the all-weather artificial grass runway which allows for year-round flying.
Flying Experiences: The airfield offers a variety of activities including microlight, gyro, and helicopter flights, as well as flying lessons and skydiving opportunities.

Common Complaints

Varying Food Quality/Quantity: While generally praised, some visitors have noted that the food quality and quantity can occasionally vary.
Noise Complaints (Local): Due to the increased activity and popularity, there have been some local complaints regarding aircraft noise.
Weather Impact on Flying: For pilots, wet weather conditions can impact the flying experience and require careful planning due to the grass runway.

Overall, Isle of Wight/Sandown Airport is highly recommended as a destination airfield that offers more than just aviation services, providing a friendly, engaging, and enjoyable experience for both pilots and general visitors. Its strong community feel and unique offerings consistently contribute to high traveler satisfaction.

Generated True weeks ago

This summary is automatically generated by AI based on web research of traveler reviews and experiences. AI-generated content may not always be 100% accurate.

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Airport Routes

Popular Flight Routes

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For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`05/23`	2900 ft	131 ft	GRASS	Active

Type	Description	Frequency
A/G	Isle of Wight Sandown A/G	`123.5 MHz`

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency

Ground Transportation

Ground Transportation Information

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