FFD / EGVA
RAF Fairford

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About the airport

RAF Fairford, with the IATA code FFD and the ICAO code EGVA, is a military airbase located in Gloucestershire, United Kingdom. While primarily used by the Royal Air Force, it also serves as a diversion airport for civilian flights. Situated approximately 75 miles west of London, it offers convenient access to the capital city and the picturesque Cotswolds region.

As a traveler, it's important to note that RAF Fairford does not operate as a commercial airport, so scheduled passenger flights are not available. However, it occasionally hosts international airshows and military exercises, attracting aviation enthusiasts from around the world.

The airbase features modern facilities, including a single runway capable of accommodating large aircraft. It also offers limited services such as fueling, customs, and immigration clearance for authorized flights. Travelers planning a trip to the United Kingdom should consider alternative airports for their arrival and departure, while keeping an eye out for any special events at RAF Fairford that may enhance their aviation experience.

Hotels and places to stay

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Blunsdon House

Address
Distance: 4,7 mi
The Ridge, Blunsdon
SN26 7AS Swindon
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00

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Swan

Address
Distance: 5,7 mi
4425 On the B
GL7 5NW Bibury
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 7:00 - 23:00
Weekend: closed

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Stanton House

Address
Distance: 5,4 mi
The Avenue
SN6 7SD Swindon
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00

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Swindon North

Address
Distance: 5,1 mi
BROAD BUSH BLUNSDON
SN26 8DJ SWINDON
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed

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Videos from the area of the airport

Royal International Air Tattoo - Fairford 2014

Published: July 14, 2014
Length: 31:34 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: LaurenTucker1994

A few clips from this year's Royal International Air Tattoo at RAF Fairford 2014 - Sunday 13th July. Images from the day will be uploaded to: https://www.facebook.com/LaurenTuckerPhotography...

CONCORD & STARFIGHTER .R.I.A.T. 1997. COPYRIGHT JETNOISEFOREVER

Published: March 28, 2010
Length: 35:30 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: jetnoiseforever

FILMED IN HI8 AT .R.I.A.T. RAF FAIRFORD IN 1997 , CONCORD DEPARTURE AND LANDING FOR A QUICK TRIP WITH PUNTERS ON BOARD & AN ITALIAN F104 DISPLAY. "HAPPY DAYS".

F-117 at RIAT 2007

Published: February 23, 2009
Length: 46:05 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: Jontsa73

F-117A Nighthawk at Royal International Air Tattoo RIAT 2007. This is one of my first camcorder recordings. First thing after this trip was buy a monopod:-)

Turkish Air Force Solotürk F-16C Flying at RIAT 2014

Published: July 18, 2014
Length: 06:08 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: MedEighty

Some impressive manoeuvres from a Turkish Air Force F-16C at the 2014 Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT). According to the announcer, the pilot is not only handsome, but also very talented....

Airbus A400M Atlas Amazing Short Landing RIAT 2012

Published: September 22, 2012
Length: 21:28 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: Chris Goddard

The Airbus A400M Atlas Amazing Short Landing, is a multi-national four-engine turboprop military transport aircraft. It was designed by Airbus Military as a tactical airlifter with strategic...

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