Additional information
ICAO | EGWH |
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Category | 2 |
Level | 1 |
Name | Elvington Airfield |
City | Wheldrake |
State | |
Country | United Kingdom |
Altitude | 45 |
airport_desc | Elvington Airfield is a former military airfield situated near the village of Wheldrake in the United Kingdom. Positioned at an elevation of 45 feet, it once played a significant role in the nation's aviation history. Originally established during World War II, the airfield served as a base for RAF Bomber Command. Following the war, it continued to support various aviation activities and was later repurposed for civil use. Today, Elvington Airfield is utilized for both aviation-related events and as a historical site, preserving its legacy as a notable part of the UK's wartime heritage. |