EGCJ Sherburn-In-Elmet Airport

Sherburn-in-Elmet Airfield ICAO Code: EGCJ., located near the village of Sherburn-in-Elmet in North Yorkshire, England, is a historic airfield with a long-standing connection to aviation.The Airfield has a rich history, dating back to the early 20th century, and it played a significant role during World War II. Sherburn-in-Elmet Airfield was an important site for aircraft manufacturing and assembly. It served as a base for the Royal Air Force (RAF) and was a significant production site for aircraft such as the Airspeed Oxford, a twin-engine trainer aircraft used for pilot training. Additionally, Fairey Swordfish aircraft, a famous torpedo bomber, were produced and assembled here.

Runways: The airfield has three grass runways, which vary in length to accommodate different types of light aircraft. Runway 10/28: Approximately 828 meters Tarmac Runway 10/28: Approximately 622 meters Grass Runway 06/24: Approximately 771 meters Grass Runway 01/19: Approximately 581 meters Grass