Wattisham Airfield

Ipswich, Suffolk, GB 🇬🇧 Medium Airport

ICAO

EGUW

IATA

Elevation

284 ft

Region

GB-ENG

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: EGUW

Local Code: Not available

Location: 52.127451° N, 0.956189° E

Continent: Europe

Type: Medium Airport

Terminal Information Not Available
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Online Reviews Summary

Wattisham Airfield (EGUW) in Ipswich, Suffolk, GB, is an active British Army military airfield and not a commercial airport; therefore, traditional "traveler reviews" for flights, terminal facilities, security, or customs are not applicable. Public interaction is primarily through driving experience days and visits to the Wattisham Station Heritage Museum. Overall sentiment for these specific experiences is generally positive, with highlights on unique access and knowledgeable staff, though some driving experiences draw complaints regarding track design and waiting times.

What Travelers Love

Driving Experience Variety: Visitors appreciate the opportunity to drive a range of vehicles, including supercars, American muscle cars, and famous movie cars, often with professional instructors.
Unique Airfield Setting for Driving: The experience of driving on an active airfield offers an exciting and distinct backdrop for these events.
Knowledgeable Museum Volunteers: The Wattisham Station Heritage Museum is highly praised for its friendly, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic volunteers who provide historical context and insights.
Unprecedented Aircraft Access: Museum visitors are particularly impressed by the chance to get up close to historic aircraft, such as a Phantom, without barriers, and even sit in the cockpit.
Rich Historical Exhibits: The museum offers an extensive collection of photographic records, artifacts, uniforms, and memorabilia covering the airfield's history from WWII to the modern day.
Hardened Aircraft Shelter (HAS) Tour: A unique aspect of the museum visit is being escorted to a former Cold War Hardened Aircraft Shelter to see aircraft undergoing refurbishment, providing a glimpse into the base's operational size.

Common Complaints

Driving Track Limitations: The track used for driving experiences is sometimes described as a "coned-out circle" rather than a traditional race track, with varied surfaces that can be slippery.
Long Waiting Times (Driving Experiences): Some participants in driving experiences have reported waiting for an hour or more with no cover, especially during inclement weather.
Additional Costs for Driving Experiences: An extra charge for a sighting lap is a notable complaint from some driving experience customers.
Booking and Security for Museum Visits: As the museum is located on an operational military base, visits must be booked in advance and are subject to military security protocols and operational schedules.

In summary, visitors to Wattisham Airfield for either driving experiences or the heritage museum enjoy unique access to military facilities and vehicles. While the museum consistently receives high praise for its immersive historical offerings and dedicated volunteers, the driving experiences, while thrilling, can be affected by track design and organizational aspects like waiting times.

Last updated: 54 days ago

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For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`05/23`	7953 ft	151 ft	ASP	Active Lighted

Type	Description	Frequency
A/G	AIR GND	`125.8 MHz`
APP	APP	`123.3 MHz`
DIR	DIRECTOR	`123.3 MHz`
TWR	TWR	`122.1 MHz`

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency
`WTZ`	Wattisham	TACAN	`109300 kHz`

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