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East Midlands (EGNX/EMA) — East Midlands, United Kingdom

East Midlands (EGNX/EMA) serves East Midlands, United Kingdom. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (09/27). Field elevation is 306 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 4/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 1/2
Additional Info 8/10
Observed Activity · Jul 23
95 aircraft observed within 6 NM · 79 on the ground · busiest hour 14:00Z
2026-07-182026-07-23
Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: EGNX
  • Name: East Midlands
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 52.8311
  • Longitude: -1.32806
  • Elevation: 306 ft
  • Country: United Kingdom
  • Municipality: East Midlands
  • IATA Code: EMA
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: Europe/London
  • Distance from City: 32.3 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 09/27

  • Designation: 09/27
  • Dimensions: 9491 X 148
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NULL
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
  • Remarks: N/A

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 124.000 MHz
  • Ground: 121.900 MHz
  • Operations: 134.175 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: 122.675 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday N/A
Tuesday N/A
Wednesday N/A
Thursday N/A
Friday N/A
Saturday N/A
Sunday N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: N/A
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: http://www.eastmidlandsairport.com/
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: £8.50-£12.00 per tonne MTOW, minimum charge £85
  • Parking Fee: £0.50-£1.20 per tonne MTOW per hour; first 2 hours may be free
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: GBP
  • Remarks: Noise surcharges may apply for Chapter 3 aircraft. VAT at 20% applicable on all fees.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: 24-hour availability. Multiple suppliers. Volume discounts available for uplift over 5,000 liters.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: Yes
  • Remarks: GAR (General Aviation Report) required for all international flights. eAPIS/API submission required. UK Border Force present at major airports; advance notification required for GA arrivals.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: Minimum Chapter 3 compliance required. No formal curfew. Noise abatement procedures in effect.

Alternates

EGBB

  • ICAO: EGBB
  • Name: Birmingham
  • Distance (NM): 27.3
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: UK Border Force on-site. GAR required for GA flights from outside UK/CTA.

EGCC

  • ICAO: EGCC
  • Name: Manchester
  • Distance (NM): 46.3
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: UK Border Force on-site 24h. GAR required for GA arrivals from outside UK/CTA.

EGNJ

  • ICAO: EGNJ
  • Name: Humberside
  • Distance (NM): 56.8
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: GAR (General Aviation Report) required for all international flights. eAPIS/API submission required. UK Border Force present at major airports; advance notification required for GA arrivals.

EGGP

  • ICAO: EGGP
  • Name: Liverpool
  • Distance (NM): 62.6
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: GAR (General Aviation Report) required for all international flights. eAPIS/API submission required. UK Border Force present at major airports; advance notification required for GA arrivals.

EGNM

  • ICAO: EGNM
  • Name: Leeds Bradford
  • Distance (NM): 63.3
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: GAR (General Aviation Report) required for all international flights. eAPIS/API submission required. UK Border Force present at major airports; advance notification required for GA arrivals.

Airport Services

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United Kingdom Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d
  • Overflight Permit: No
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: N/A
  • Landing Lead Time: 3 working days (ad hoc charter); 5 working days (experimental/non-standard); longer for first-time applicants
Private / GA Operations:

Private flights generally exempt from permit requirements. PPR may be needed at some airports.

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Active NOTAMs

C4677/26 caution
Obstacle erected
CRANE OPR AT PSN 525033N 0012357W (WESTON-ON-TRENT), MAX HGT 324FT AMSL/208FT AGL
2026-08-31 06:30:00 2026-09-25 16:30:00
C4930/26 caution
Navigation equipment issue
ILS GLIDEPATH RWY 09 AND RWY 27 OUT OF SERVICE.
2026-08-25 09:30:00 2026-08-25 11:00:00
C4661/26 info
EAST MIDLANDS CTA CTR AND ATZ DEACTIVATED. AIRSPACE REVERTS TO CLASS G. AD CLSD
2027-01-13 10:00:00 2027-01-13 18:00:00

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at EGNX?
The tower frequency at East Midlands is 124 MHz.
What fuel is available at EGNX?
East Midlands offers Jet A-1.
Does EGNX require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for East Midlands (United Kingdom).
Where is EGNX located?
East Midlands (EGNX) is located in East Midlands, United Kingdom.
What is the IATA code for EGNX?
The IATA code for East Midlands is EMA.
How long is the runway at EGNX?
The main runway at East Midlands (09/27) measures 9491 X 148.
Does EGNX have an ILS approach?
Yes, East Midlands has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 09/27.
Is EGNX a port of entry?
Yes, East Midlands is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.