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EGLFFAB · DOMESTIC AIRPORT

Farnborough Airport

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GB-ENG, United Kingdom511631N 0004639W · 238 ft
Before you flyPPR recorded as not required · verifyConfirm directly before planning
Operator-published LDA1,800 mRWY 06 · verify current AIP
Stored runway06/242,440 × 45.1 m
Published weekday hours07:00-22:00Local time · exceptions below
Published information with sources. Confirm current AIP, NOTAMs and arrangements before flying.View sources
01 / PLAN YOUR VISIT

Make it your briefing.

Use the published evidence to prepare the questions that still need a live answer.

Planning aid only; aircraft suitability is not assessed.
PUBLISHED WINDOW

Sat, 10 Oct 2026

Europe/London
Add an arrival time to compare08:00-20:00
Calculated daylight07:18–18:22
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Hours are an operator-published claim. Confirm exceptions and availability. Daylight is calculated from the canonical coordinates.

Airport-published hours
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Weather and NOTAMs are intentionally linked out, not cached as current here.

AIRPORT RECORD

The airfield at a glance.

Stored airport records · verify current status and operating information before flight.

Runways and helicopter landing areas
Landing areaDimensionsSurfaceStatus / limits
06/242,439.9 m × 45.1 mUNKNOWNConfirm current availability
Services and planning constraints · availability is not a reservation
Airport statusOPERATIONAL
Stored service hoursNot confirmed
Fuel gradesNot confirmed
FBOs / handlingProvider not confirmed
MaintenanceProvider not confirmed
PPR / noticeNotice period not confirmed
Aircraft weight / wingspanNot confirmed / Not confirmed
Customs / immigrationCustoms not confirmed · Immigration not confirmed — confirm notice and service hours.
Can my aircraft land here? →
02 / RUNWAY & RADIOS

Runway distances, side by side.

Compare both directions. Published figures are not a landing-performance assessment.

Airport-published declared distances · metres · verify current AIP
RunwayLDALandingTORATake-off runTODATake-off distanceASDAAccelerate-stopEvidence
RWY 061,8002,0002,0602,590Airport source
RWY 241,8002,0632,1232,440Airport source
OPERATOR-PUBLISHED LDA1,800 m
RWY 06
Landing LDA1,800 m
Take-off run TORA2,000 m
Take-off distance TODA2,060 m
Accelerate-stop ASDA2,590 m

Not current AIP data. Verify declared distances against the current national AIP and NOTAMs before operational use.

Airport-published runway page
03 / ON THE GROUND

Plan the turnaround.

Published services are availability claims, not reservations.

AIRCRAFT

Arrange your uplift

SAF is published via World Fuel Services. Confirm blend, stock, quantity and notice.

Published fuel information
CREW

Confirm access to crew facilities

rest room, sound-proof snooze rooms, massage chairs, quiet room, gym.

Published crew facilities
HANDLING

Coordinate every service

fuelling, sustainable aviation fuel, EASA and FAA 145 maintenance support, interior aircraft cleaning, exterior aircraft cleaning. Confirm availability and price.

Airport-published source

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PASSENGERS / ARRIVAL & ONWARD TRAVEL

From your front door to the aircraft.

Practical arrangements for you, your driver and your flight provider.

Published passenger information · confirm arrangements for your trip
Your questionWhat is publishedWhat to arrange
Where should my driver go?Satnav: GU14 0LJAirport source ↗Use the arrival postcode, not the postal address. Confirm your meeting point.
How long to central London?Car: under 60 min · Helicopter: 12 minAirport source ↗Airport estimates, not live travel times. Allow for traffic and transfer arrangements.
Taxi or private-hire pickup?Prebook · official car parkAirport source ↗Agree a pickup time and meeting point with your driver.
Can my car reach the aircraft?Drive-to-aircraft service publishedAirport source ↗Arrange access in advance; do not assume unrestricted airside entry.
Where can I park my car?Complimentary passenger car parking publishedAirport source ↗Confirm access and duration. This is not aircraft parking.
Arriving from abroad?Customs and immigration on siteAirport source ↗Ask your operator about documents, eligibility and notice; no clearance time is established here.
What is available before departure?dedicated concierge, luggage assistance, spacious lounges, complimentary refreshments, private loungeAirport source ↗Ask your flight provider when to arrive and which lounge to use.
Travelling with a pet?Pet Travel Scheme (PETS): dogs, cats, ferretsAirport source ↗Confirm eligibility and documents: pets@farnboroughairport.com
Staying overnight?Partner hotel not confirmedBook separately; room availability and transfer arrangements are not established.
Need step-free access or assistance?Detailed accessibility information not confirmedTell your flight provider about mobility, boarding and assistance needs before booking.
04 / YOUR CHECKLIST

Turn unknowns into useful questions.

Checking an item records your review only; it does not grant permission.

0 of 4 reviewed · saved for this page visit only

Useful because every claim is inspectable.

Read the original sources, compare conflicting claims and see what remains unconfirmed. This guide is not an operational briefing.

Open airport records, services and sourcesServices, access, unknowns, source ledger and claim classes

Full airport record

EGLF · FAB

Overview

Geography
ARP coordinates
51.2758, -0.7763
Elevation
238 ft (72.54 m)
Timezone
Europe/London
Operations
Customs
—
Immigration
—
24h operations
No
PPR required
No
Curfew
No
ARFF (ICAO)
—
Status
OPERATIONAL
Identifiers
  • ICAOEGLF
  • IATAFAB
  • GPS codeEGLF

Reviewed airport information

Supplemental facts from reviewed external sources. Verify time-sensitive operational details directly before travel.

Change History

Operator Summary
change confirmed
Review Reference
CAP2586
Current Arrangement Effective
2020-02
Caa Post Implementation Review Published
2025-04-15
Airport-publishedFarnborough Airport official websiteAs of 11 Sept 2026

Operator Published Frequencies

  • Purpose
    EGLF
    Frequency Mhz
    131.865
  • Purpose
    tower
    Frequency Mhz
    122.78
Airport-publishedFarnborough Airport official websiteAs of 11 Sept 2026

Not for navigation

Consultative Committee

Url
http://www.facc.org.uk
Name
Farnborough Aerodrome Consultative Committee
Meeting Frequency Per Year
3
Airport-publishedFarnborough Airport official websiteAs of 11 Sept 2026

Channels

Safety
safety@farnboroughairport.com
General
enquiries@farnboroughairport.com
Safeguarding
safeguarding@farnboroughairport.com
Flight Operations
ops@farnboroughairport.com
Airport-publishedFarnborough Airport official websiteAs of 11 Sept 2026

Not for navigation

Facilities

  • rest room
  • sound-proof snooze rooms
  • massage chairs
  • quiet room
  • gym
  • cash point
  • partner hotel
  • laundry via partners
  • catering via partners
Airport-publishedFarnborough Airport official websiteAs of 11 Sept 2026

Air Quality Monitoring

Frequency
monthly
Pollutant
nitrogen dioxide
Reporting Authority
Rushmoor Borough Council
Monitoring Locations
13
Airport-publishedFarnborough Airport official websiteAs of 11 Sept 2026

SAF

Available
Yes
Order Phone
+44 1252 379002
Fuel Producer
Neste
Fuel Provider
World Fuel Services
Order Contact
ops@farnboroughairport.com
Available Since
2,021
Airport-publishedFarnborough Airport official websiteAs of 11 Sept 2026

Milestones

  • Year
    1,948
    Event
    Farnborough International Airshow began at the airport
  • Year
    1,989
    Event
    first civil aviation operations
  • Year
    1,994
    Event
    government decision to redevelop as a business aviation centre
  • Year
    2,003
    Event
    became a fully compliant CAA airport for business aviation
Historical sourceFarnborough Airport official websiteAs of 11 Sept 2026

Partner Hotel

Name
Aviator
Bedrooms
169
Location
airport perimeter
Amenities
  • blackout blinds
  • restaurants
  • cocktail bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • complimentary Wi-Fi
  • complimentary movies
  • fitness studio
  • printing
  • laundry
Provider-publishedFarnborough Airport official websiteAs of 11 Sept 2026

Aircraft Standard Requirement

Minimum ICAO Noise Chapter
4
Applies Before Permission For
landing_or_takeoff
Approved Noise Certificate Required
Yes
Airport-publishedFarnborough Airport official websiteAs of 11 Sept 2026

Not for navigation

Opening Hours

Timezone
Europe/London
Boxing Day
closed
Christmas Day
closed
Monday Friday
07:00-22:00
Saturday Sunday Bank Holidays
08:00-20:00
Airport-publishedFarnborough Airport official websiteAs of 11 Sept 2026

Not for navigation

Hangar Capabilities

Security 24h
Yes
Power Available
Yes
Temperature Controlled
Yes
Largest Claimed Aircraft
  • BBJ
  • Airbus aircraft
Airport-publishedFarnborough Airport official websiteAs of 11 Sept 2026

Amenities

  • dedicated concierge
  • luggage assistance
  • spacious lounges
  • complimentary refreshments
  • private lounge
  • meeting spaces
  • partner hotel
  • chauffeur and transportation via partners
  • catering via partners
Airport-publishedFarnborough Airport official websiteAs of 11 Sept 2026

Pet Travel Service

Scheme
Pet Travel Scheme (PETS)
Contact
pets@farnboroughairport.com
Species
  • dogs
  • cats
  • ferrets
Requirements Url
https://www.gov.uk/bring-pet-to-great-britain
Airport-publishedFarnborough Airport official websiteAs of 11 Sept 2026

Operator

Name
Farnborough Airport Limited
Status
Active
Company Type
Private limited company
Incorporated
1997-10-23
Company Number
03454447
Last Accounts To
2024-12-31
Authority sourceCompanies House — Farnborough Airport LimitedAs of 10 Sept 2026

Physical

Surface
concrete
Width M
45 metre
Includes Starter Strip
Yes
Total Concrete Length M
2,608 metre
Airport-publishedFarnborough Airport official websiteAs of 11 Sept 2026

Not for navigation

Aircraft

  • fuelling
  • sustainable aviation fuel
  • EASA and FAA 145 maintenance support
  • interior aircraft cleaning
  • exterior aircraft cleaning
  • oxygen refill
  • catering
  • toilet service
  • water service
  • passenger steps
  • push back
  • air start
Airport-publishedFarnborough Airport official websiteAs of 11 Sept 2026

Ground Handling Restriction

Only Farnborough Airport Limited or approved third parties may provide ground handling
Airport-publishedFarnborough Airport official websiteAs of 11 Sept 2026

Not for navigation

Maintenance Providers

  • Name
    Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation
    Services
    • maintenance
    • repair
    • overhaul
    • interior refurbishment
    • after-market modifications
  • Name
    Dassault Aviation Business Services
    Services
    • maintenance
    • repair
    • overhaul
    • major inspections
    • airframe repairs
    • avionics upgrades
    • cabin system upgrades
    • paintwork
    • interior refurbishment
Airport-publishedFarnborough Airport official websiteAs of 11 Sept 2026

Runways (1)

06/242,440 m × 45 m
Geometry
Length2,440 m (8,005 ft)
Width45 m
Runway ends
06
Heading62°T
Threshold elev.68.58 m
Threshold51.2706, -0.7920
Displaced threshold540.1 m
24
Heading242°T
Threshold elev.66.75 m
Threshold51.2808, -0.7612
Displaced threshold637 m

ATC frequencies

Tower
  • 122.500 MHzTWR
Approach
  • 134.350 MHzAPP
ATIS
  • 128.400 MHzATIS
About this airport
How many runways does Farnborough Airport have?

Farnborough Airport (ICAO EGLF) has 1 runway on record; the longest runway measures 2,440 m (8,005 ft).

What is the elevation of Farnborough Airport?

Farnborough Airport (ICAO EGLF) sits at an elevation of 73 m (238 ft) above mean sea level.

What are Farnborough Airport's ICAO and IATA codes?

Farnborough Airport uses ICAO code EGLF and IATA code FAB.

What timezone does Farnborough Airport operate on?

Farnborough Airport (ICAO EGLF) operates on Europe/London local time.

How many ATC frequencies are published for Farnborough Airport?

Farnborough Airport (ICAO EGLF) has 3 published ATC frequencies, spread across 3 service types.

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