EGYD
RAF Cranwell
Crosswind and headwind for every runway from the current report.
Loading current wind
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| Runway | Headwind | Crosswind | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 | 83.0° | — | — | — |
| 26 | 263.0° | — | — | — |
| 01 | 8.0° | — | — | — |
| 19 | 188.0° | — | — | — |
| 08R | 89.0° | — | — | — |
| 26L | 264.0° | — | — | — |
Runways at EGYD
RAF Cranwell has 3 runways, the longest at 6,831 ft, asphalt and grs surfaces. Field elevation is 218 ft.
| Runway | True heading | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26 | 83.0° / 263.0° | 6,831 ft | Asphalt |
| 01 / 19 | 8.0° / 188.0° | 4,803 ft | Asphalt |
| 08R / 26L | 89.0° / 264.0° | 2,354 ft | GRS |
These are true headings from the FAA survey, not the magnetic number painted on the runway. METAR winds are also referenced to true north, so the crosswind math stays consistent.
How the crosswind formula works · Crosswind limits by aircraft
Not a substitute for an official pre-flight weather briefing.