RNAS Yeovilton — Yeovil, Somerset, United Kingdom
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereRNAS Yeovilton in Yeovil, Somerset uses the IATA code YEO, with EGDY as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from YEO
RNAS Yeovilton
YEO identifies Royal Naval Air Station Yeovilton, a military airfield in Somerset, England, rather than a civilian passenger airport. Operated by the Royal Navy, RNAS Yeovilton serves as the home of the Fleet Air Arm, hosting helicopter squadrons and fixed-wing training units critical to British naval aviation. The base includes extensive runway infrastructure, hangars, and the Fleet Air Arm Museum, which draws visitors interested in naval aviation history. Unlike typical IATA-coded airports, Yeovilton does not handle scheduled commercial flights; its code exists primarily for aviation identification and occasional civil use during air shows. YEO remains an active defense installation supporting rotary and fixed-wing operations for the United Kingdom's armed forces.
Runways at RNAS Yeovilton (YEO)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 4797 ft (1462 m) | 151 ft (46 m) | CON |
| 08/26 | 7580 ft (2310 m) | 151 ft (46 m) | CON |
Radio frequencies for RNAS Yeovilton (YEO)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | RADAR | 127.35 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 28.392 MHz |
| GND | GND | 26.862 MHz |
| OPS | OPS | 673.6 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 122.1 MHz |
Airports near RNAS Yeovilton (YEO)
- Bristol Airport (BRS) — 41.8 km (26.0 mi)
- Bournemouth Airport (BOH) — 61.6 km (38.3 mi)
- Exeter International Airport (EXT) — 62.4 km (38.8 mi)
- Cardiff International Airport (CWL) — 65.3 km (40.6 mi)
- Southampton Airport (SOU) — 90.0 km (55.9 mi)
- RAF Fairford (FFD) — 95.4 km (59.3 mi)
- Gloucestershire Airport (GLO) — 103.7 km (64.4 mi)
- RAF Brize Norton (BZZ) — 110.2 km (68.5 mi)
YEO designates RNAS Yeovilton in Somerset, a Royal Navy air station and Fleet Air Arm home base, not a commercial airport, hosting helicopter squadrons and the Fleet Air Arm Museum.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for RNAS Yeovilton?
The IATA code for RNAS Yeovilton is YEO.
What is the ICAO code for RNAS Yeovilton?
The ICAO code for RNAS Yeovilton is EGDY. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.