RAF Cranwell

Sleaford, Lincolnshire, England, United Kingdom

Regional Airport

Timezone Europe/London

Local Time —

Elevation 218 ft (66 m)

Coordinates 53.0273°N, 0.4931°W

Runways 6

EGYD is the ICAO airport code for RAF Cranwell, located in Sleaford, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom. The airport is classified as a Regional Airport. It operates in the Europe/London timezone at an elevation of 218 ft (66 m) above sea level. It has 6 runways.

About RAF Cranwell

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Royal Air Force Cranwell or more simply RAF Cranwell is a Royal Air Force station in Lincolnshire, England, just west of the village of Cranwell, and approximately 4 miles (6.4 km) east-northeast from Sleaford. Among other functions, it is home to the Royal Air Force Officer Training Academy (RAFOTA), which trains the RAF's new officers and aircrew. The motto, Altium Altrix, meaning "Nurture the highest" appears above the main doors of the Officers Mess. Since January 2025, RAF Cranwell has been commanded by Wing Commander Matthew "Chocka" Thornton.

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Runways (6)

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Lighted	Status
01/19	4,803 ft (1,464 m)	147 ft (45 m)	Asphalt	Yes	Open
08/26	6,831 ft (2,082 m)	147 ft (45 m)	Asphalt	Yes	Open
08R/26L	2,354 ft (717 m)	131 ft (40 m)	Grass / Turf	No	Open
01/19	4,803 ft (1,464 m)	147 ft (45 m)	Asphalt	Yes	Open
08/26	6,831 ft (2,082 m)	147 ft (45 m)	Asphalt	Yes	Open
08R/26L	2,354 ft (717 m)	131 ft (40 m)	Grass / Turf	No	Open