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London Oxford Airport
NameLondon Oxford Airport
LocationOxfordshire, England, United Kingdom

London Oxford Airport is a general aviation airport located in Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom. The airport is situated approximately 6 nm northwest of Oxford city centre. It is a popular hub for private and business aviation, as well as a base for flying schools and maintenance companies. London Oxford Airport is also used for air ambulance and search and rescue operations.

History

London Oxford Airport has a long history dating back to 1931, when it was first opened as a Royal Air Force (RAF) base. During World War II, the airport was used as a relief landing ground and a base for RAF and Royal Canadian Air Force units. After the war, the airport was used for general aviation and was also home to several flying schools. In 2007, the airport underwent a major redevelopment, which included the construction of new terminal buildings and air traffic control facilities.

Location

London Oxford Airport is located in Oxfordshire, approximately 6 nm northwest of Oxford city centre. The airport is situated near the M40 motorway and is easily accessible by car or taxi. The airport's location makes it an ideal hub for private and business aviation, with easy access to London and other major cities in the United Kingdom.

Facilities

London Oxford Airport has a range of facilities, including a modern terminal building, air traffic control facilities, and a range of fixed-base operators (FBOs). The airport has a single runway (08/26) with a length of 1,981 m and a width of 30 m. The airport also has a range of aviation fuel suppliers and maintenance companies.

Operations

London Oxford Airport is a busy general aviation airport, with a range of operations including private and business aviation, air ambulance and search and rescue operations. The airport is also home to several flying schools and aviation training companies. The airport's air traffic control facilities are operated by NATS Holdings, which provides air traffic control services to a range of airports in the United Kingdom.

Airlines and destinations

London Oxford Airport is not a scheduled airline hub, but it is used by a range of private and business aviation companies. Some of the airlines that operate from the airport include British Airways, EasyJet, and Jet2, although these airlines do not offer scheduled services from the airport. The airport is also used by a range of charter airlines, including NetJets and Flexjet, which offer private charter flights to a range of destinations in the United Kingdom and Europe. London, Paris, and Amsterdam are popular destinations for private charter flights from the airport.

Category:Airports in the United Kingdom