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North Weald Airfield
North Weald Airfield (ICAO: EGSX) is an operational general aviation aerodrome, in the civil parish of North Weald Bassett in Epping Forest, Essex, England. It was an important fighter station during
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
North Weald Airfield (ICAO: EGSX) is an operational general aviation aerodrome, in the civil parish of North Weald Bassett in Epping Forest, Essex, England. It was an important fighter station during the Battle of Britain, when it was known as the RAF Station RAF North Weald. It is the home of North Weald Airfield Museum. It is home to many private aircraft and historic types, Essex & Herts Air Ambulance helicopter and is an active flight training airfield.
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From the Wikipedia article
North Weald Airfield (ICAO: EGSX) is an operational general aviation aerodrome, in the civil parish of North Weald Bassett in Epping Forest, Essex, England. It was an important fighter station during the Battle of Britain, when it was known as the RAF Station RAF North Weald. It is the home of North Weald Airfield Museum. It is home to many private aircraft and historic types, Essex & Herts Air Ambulance helicopter and is an active flight training airfield.
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Background
History
, 1939]] Royal Flying Corps Station North Weald Bassett aerodrome was established in the summer of 1916 during the First World War by the Royal Flying Corps. Later it became Royal Air Force with effect from Monday 1 April 1918. Its military functions continued to develop during the interwar period, with the building of large hangars and accommodation for Royal Air Force (RAF) personnel. The airfield played an important part in the air defence strategy of the United Kingdom during the Second World War. Initially Hawker Hurricanes were deployed at the airfield, alongside Bristol Blenheim night fighters. The Hurricanes from North Weald saw action over the beaches of Dunkirk and played a key…
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- Coordinates
- 51.7217, 0.1542
- County
- Essex
- District
- Epping Forest
- Parish
- North Weald Bassett
- Postcode
- CM16 6FJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Epping Forest
- Official site
- www.eppingforestdc.gov.uk
Sources
- wikipedia: North Weald Airfield (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is North Weald Airfield?
- North Weald Airfield is in Essex, London, United Kingdom (postcode CM16 6FJ), in the parish of North Weald Bassett.
- Who owns North Weald Airfield?
- North Weald Airfield is owned by Epping Forest District Council.
- How do I get to North Weald Airfield?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode CM16 6FJ. It sits within the Epping Forest parliamentary constituency.