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Lydd

Lydd (EGMD/LYX) serves Lydd, United Kingdom. This is a mid-sized airport with 2 runways (03/21, 14/32). Field elevation is 13 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 2/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 1/2
Additional Info 8/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: EGMD
  • Name: Lydd
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 50.9561
  • Longitude: 0.939167
  • Elevation: 13 ft
  • Country: United Kingdom
  • Municipality: Lydd
  • IATA Code: LYX
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: Europe/London
  • Distance from City: 2.4 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 03/21

  • Designation: 03/21
  • Dimensions: 4938 X 121
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: RNAV (GPS), NDB
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 14/32

  • Designation: 14/32
  • Dimensions: 2264 X 115
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: NULL
  • NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 128.525 MHz
  • Ground: N/A
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: 129.225 MHz

Operation Hours

  • Open: N/A
  • Close: 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.lydd-airport.co.uk/
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

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

Fees

  • Landing Fee: £6.00-£8.00 per tonne MTOW, minimum charge £40
  • Parking Fee: £0.30-£0.70 per tonne MTOW per hour
  • Handling Mandatory: No
  • Currency: GBP
  • Remarks: VAT at 20% applicable on all fees.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Available during airport operating hours.
  • Fuel Type: 100LL
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Available for piston aircraft. May require advance notice at smaller airfields.

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.

Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: %H:%i
  • Curfew End: %H:%i
  • Noise Chapter Min: N/A
  • Remarks: Night curfew 21:00-07:00 local time. Deviations subject to prior approval. Noise abatement procedures in effect.

Alternates

LFAT

  • ICAO: LFAT
  • Name: Cote D'Opale
  • Distance (NM): 36.9
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Within Schengen zone. No border checks for intra-Schengen flights. Non-Schengen arrivals subject to full immigration at Le Touquet.

EGMC

  • ICAO: EGMC
  • Name: Southend
  • Distance (NM): 38.1
  • 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.

LFAC

  • ICAO: LFAC
  • Name: Calais-Dunkerque
  • Distance (NM): 38.4
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Within Schengen zone. No border checks for intra-Schengen flights. Non-Schengen arrivals subject to full immigration at Calais-Dunkerque.

EGKB

  • ICAO: EGKB
  • Name: Biggin Hill
  • Distance (NM): 40.9
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Customs and immigration by prior arrangement. GAR required min 12h before arrival from outside UK/CTA.

EGKK

  • ICAO: EGKK
  • Name: Gatwick
  • Distance (NM): 44.2
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: UK Border Force on-site. GAR required for GA flights from outside UK/CTA. ePassport gates available.

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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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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at EGMD?
The tower frequency at Lydd is 128.525 MHz.
What fuel is available at EGMD?
Lydd offers Jet A-1, 100LL.
Does EGMD require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Lydd (United Kingdom).