Lydd London Ashford Airport (LYX)

Romney Marsh, Kent, GB 🇬🇧 Medium Airport

ICAO

EGMD

IATA

LYX

Elevation

13 ft

Region

GB-ENG

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Airport Information

GPS Code: EGMD

Local Code: Not available

Location: 50.956246° N, 0.939074° E

Continent: EU

Type: Medium Airport

Keywords: London Ashford

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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

Lydd London Ashford Airport (EGMD (LYX)) generally receives positive sentiment from travelers and visitors, primarily due to its welcoming atmosphere and friendly staff. While commercial passenger activity has been historically low, a refurbished café and efficient general aviation services contribute to a pleasant experience for those using the facility.

What Travelers Love

Friendly Staff and Welcoming Atmosphere: Travelers consistently commend the airport's staff for creating a positive and enjoyable environment.
Refurbished Café: The airport features a refurbished café offering tasty options and good coffee, providing a comfortable space for visitors.
Quick Security and Immigration: Reported wait times for security checks are relatively short (around 26-28 minutes), and passport control/immigration is efficient (approximately 8 minutes).
Enjoyable for Aviation Enthusiasts: The airport is considered a nice place to visit, with opportunities for visitors to relax and watch aircraft take off and land.
Accessibility and Parking: Parking facilities are described as secure and well-organized, with options available for reservation.

Common Complaints

Limited Public Transport Connections: Public transport options to the airport are limited, relying on local buses to nearby towns or connections to Ashford train station.
Unclear Status of Terminal Expansion: While permission was granted for a new terminal and runway, the actual expansion has not yet materialized, and passenger activity has been historically low, though commercial flights restarted in summer 2023.
Limited Food and Retail Services: Beyond the refurbished café, there is limited mention of extensive food and retail options.

Overall, Lydd London Ashford Airport offers a quaint and friendly experience, particularly for general aviation and those seeking a less congested alternative to larger airports for short flights to Europe. While it excels in customer service and efficiency for its current scale, its infrastructure for higher passenger volumes and public transport links remain areas for potential improvement.

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Airport Routes

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For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`03/21`	4938 ft	105 ft	ASP	Active Lighted
`14/32`	2264 ft	115 ft	ASP	Closed

Type	Description	Frequency
APP	Lydd Approach	`120.7 MHz`
ATIS	-	`129.225 MHz`
TWR	TWR	`128.525 MHz`

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency
`LYD`	Lydd	VOR-DME	`114050 kHz`
`LYX`	Lydd	NDB	`397 kHz`

Ground Transportation

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