Dunkeswell Airfield

Honiton, Devon, GB 🇬🇧 Small Airport

ICAO

EGTU

IATA

Elevation

839 ft

Region

GB-ENG

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Airport Information

GPS Code: EGTU

Local Code: Not available

Location: 50.860956° N, -3.233929° E

Continent: EU

Type: Small Airport

Keywords: RAF Dunkeswell

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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

Travelers generally report a positive and welcoming experience at Dunkeswell Airfield (EGTU). It's often described as a charming and relaxed general aviation hub, popular for its vibrant aviation activity and well-regarded on-site amenities. Recent reviews indicate high satisfaction, particularly regarding the friendly atmosphere and the quality of its dining options.

What Travelers Love

Friendly and Helpful Atmosphere: Visitors consistently highlight the friendly folk and helpful attitudes of the staff, contributing to a relaxed and enjoyable environment.
The Liberator Coffee Bar & Restaurant (formerly The Aviator): This is a major draw, praised for its delicious cooked breakfasts, home-cooked meals, and generously portioned cakes. It offers great views of the airfield activity and is described as large, open, and clean with friendly staff. It's also dog-friendly.
Vibrant Aviation Activity: Many enjoy watching the diverse range of activities, including light aircraft, microlights, parachutists, and occasionally wing walkers, providing an engaging spectacle.
Ample, Free Parking: The airfield offers plenty of free parking, including a dedicated carpark outside the restaurant and along the road, with no overnight restrictions, making it suitable for overnight stays.
Accessibility: The airfield features flat, tarmacked surfaces, reserved parking for blue badge holders, and ramp access to the restaurant, making it very accessible for wheelchair users and those with limited mobility.
Dunkeswell Airfield Heritage Centre: A small museum on-site offers a glimpse into the airfield's significant WWII history, displaying photographs and artifacts.
Electric Vehicle Charging: Dunkeswell is noted for being at the forefront of electric charging for both aircraft and cars, offering Aeroova chargers and car chargers.

Common Complaints

Variable Weather Conditions: As the highest licensed airfield in the UK, Dunkeswell can be prone to being "socked in" by weather when other nearby areas are clear, and vice-versa, requiring pilots to check conditions carefully.
Recent Skydiving Incident Impact: A tragic tandem skydiving accident in June 2025 led to the temporary cessation of skydiving and wing walking activities by one operator, and the on-site café (then The Aviator) also faced a temporary closure due to liquidation before reopening under new management as The Liberator.
Limited Radio Communication: One pilot noted an initial lack of response to radio calls, requiring blind transmissions.
No Night Operations: The aerodrome is not licensed for night use.

Dunkeswell Airfield offers a unique and enjoyable experience for aviation enthusiasts and casual visitors alike, primarily due to its active flying environment, historical significance, and the highly-rated on-site restaurant. Despite recent challenges related to skydiving operations, its welcoming atmosphere and facilities make it a recommended destination for a day out.

Generated 5 days ago

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For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`04/22`	3176 ft	148 ft	ASP	Active
`09/27`	2845 ft	150 ft	ASP	Closed
`17/35`	3159 ft	151 ft	ASP	Active

Type	Description	Frequency
A/G	RDO	`123.475 MHz`

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency

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