Redhill Aerodrome

What Redhill Aerodrome does

Redhill Aerodrome Limited operates a licensed general aviation aerodrome (ICAO code EGKR) in Redhill, Surrey, UK, founded in 1933 and continuously in operation since. The facility provides CAA-regulated Air Traffic Control (TWR 119.605 MHz, ATIS 125.305 MHz) staffed during published summer and winter hours, Category A2/H2 Aerodrome Rescue and Fire Fighting Service with two appliances (Toyota Hi Lux Rapid Intervention and Bremach X4 60 4x4), aircraft fuelling (AVGAS 100LL and AVTUR Jet A1), and managed hangarage alongside per-night and monthly parking. The airfield, served by H24 outside ATC hours and operating under a Certificate of Agreement with Border Force for international GA customs handling, sits on an estate originally developed for an RAF training school in 1937 and retains its original 1934-built Hangar 9 (re-roofed in 2025).

The aerodrome serves four principal customer segments: private pilots and aircraft owners who base aircraft at the site; flight training organisations (Cubair Flight Training, Redhill Aviation, A2B Heli, EBG Helicopters, pmFlight) operating under multiple ATO and simulator arrangements from PPL through CPL and instructor ratings; charter and aviation services companies holding Air Operators Certificates (Helipad, A2B Heli Charters); and emergency services — Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (over 3,300 incidents in 2023–2024) and the National Police Air Service — operating H24 from co-located facilities. The estate additionally hosts over 40 non-aviation commercial tenants across offices, workshops, studios, storage and converted hangars, including cherished-car specialist Ranmore (30,000 sq ft), fire and security provider Admiral Systems, and the Us in a Bus charity.

Revenue is generated through weight-tiered landing and circuit fees (£17.50 to £195 per landing by MUAW), differentiated helicopter landing fees and training session fees, volume-based fuel sales, monthly hangarage and parking subscriptions (£210–£400/month), commercial property rental on leases of 12 months and above (managed direct or through partner SHW), and out-of-hours movement surcharges (£170 commercial). A new published fee schedule took effect from 1 January 2026. Redhill Aerodrome Limited is privately held by Redhill Aerodrome Ventures Ltd, which acquired the asset in 1991 following the liquidation of British and Commonwealth Ltd. No venture capital, private equity, or public listing is evidenced.

Name

Redhill Aerodrome

Legal name

Redhill Aerodrome Limited

Website

https://redhillaerodrome.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1933

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Redhill Aerodrome is a privately-held general aviation airfield in Surrey, UK, established 1933. It operates CAA-regulated ATC, fuelling, hangarage, and fire services for private pilots, flight training operators, charter companies, and emergency services, while renting commercial property to over 40 on-site businesses.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

General Aviation Airfield Operations

NAICS

Airport Operations (48811), Other Airport Operations (488119), Support Activities for Air Transportation (4881)

SIC

Airports, Flying Fields & Airport Terminal Services (4581)

akta.pro primary industry

Private Aviation Ground Support & Trip Services (Dispatch, Permits, Handling) (THABAFAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

Ground Handling (Ramp, Baggage, Turnaround) (THABAIAC)

Keywords

• General aviation aerodrome
• Flight training facilities
• Aircraft hangarage services
• Air traffic control operations
• Aviation property leasing

Headquarters

HQ city

Redhill

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Landing and Circuit Fees: Fixed-wing landing fees based on MUAW (Maximum Unladen Weight in Kilograms), ranging from £17.50 (001-600kg) to £195.00 (above 4501kg). Touch and Go fees at approximately half landing rates. Helicopter landing fees: £46.00 single engine, £102.00 multi-engine. Helicopter airfield training sessions: £23.00 single engine, £51.00 multi-engine.
2. Fuel Sales: AVGAS 100LL at £2.10 per litre (£2.52 inc. VAT), AVTUR Jet A1 with AL48 at £1.56 per litre (£1.64 inc. VAT). Provided from static tank (AVGAS) and mobile bowser (Jet A1).
3. Commercial Property Rental: Commercial property portfolio including offices (Aero 16, Phoenix House, Business Centre 1st Floor, Business Centre 3rd Floor), workshops, studios, storage and hangar properties. Managed directly or through partner SHW. Suites from 480 sq. ft. to 4,500 sq. ft. Available on new leases from 12 months upwards.
4. Hangarage Fees: Monthly hangarage for aircraft up to 2000kg in managed Hangar 9. Parking per night from £13.50 (<1000kg) to £25.00 (>3500kg). Monthly parking from £210 (<1000kg) to £400 (>3500kg). Managed hangar overnight parking from £55.00 to £70.00.
5. Parking Charges: Per night parking for aircraft from £13.50 (<1000kg) to £25.00 (>3500kg). Helicopter parking: £13.50 single engine, £21.00 multi-engine. Monthly parking from £210 to £400 depending on weight.
6. Out of Hours Movement Fees: Commercial Out of Hours movement surcharge of £170.00 (£204 inc. VAT). Annual Private OOH Permit at £17.00 (£20.40 inc. VAT).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Redhill Aerodrome operates a general aviation airfield (ICAO EGKR, IATA KRH) offering landing and parking facilities, aircraft hangarage, AVGAS 100LL and AVTUR Jet A1 refuelling, Air Traffic Control and ARFFS Category A2/H2 services under CAA regulation. It hosts commercial aviation activities (flight training, helicopter and fixed-wing charter, aircraft maintenance, Air Ambulance KSS and NPAS) and runs a diversified commercial property estate of offices, workshops, studios, storage and hangar units served by an on-site airside cafe.

Product overview

Redhill Aerodrome is a general aviation facility offering a comprehensive range of aviation services including flight training (through multiple operators such as A2B Heli, Cubair Flight Training, EBG Helicopters, pmFlight Limited, and Redhill Aviation), aircraft charter and maintenance services. The aerodrome provides essential airfield infrastructure including Air Traffic Control, Aerodrome Rescue and Fire Service (ARFFS) rated Category A2/H2, aircraft fuelling (AVGAS and Jet A1), and hangarage/storage facilities. The facility also operates as a commercial property estate, offering office, workshop, and hangar spaces to aviation and non-aviation businesses. Additional services include an on-site cafe (Hangar 9 Cafe), customs handling, and H24 operations for emergency services including Air Ambulance Kent Surrey Sussex and National Police Air Service.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Aircraft Landing Services and Air Traffic Control CAA-regulated fixed-wing and helicopter landing and circuit operations, including weight-tiered landing fees, touch-and-go charges, helicopter landing fees and airfield training sessions, supported by published Air Traffic Control (TWR 119.605 MHz / ATIS 125.305 MHz) and H24 ATIS broadcasts. Services for private aircraft owners, pilots and operators using the airfield.
• Aerodrome Rescue and Fire Fighting Service (ARFFS Category A2/H2) ARFFS Category A2/H2 fire and rescue service with two appliances (Toyota Hi Lux Rapid Intervention vehicle and Bremach X4 60 4x4), providing aircraft rescue, fire cover, aircraft fuelling duties and aircraft movement assistance for fixed-wing and helicopter operations.
• Aircraft Hangarage Aircraft storage in managed hangars (notably Hangar 9) for aircraft up to 2000kg, with monthly storage fees and overnight managed-hangar parking; aircraft movements handled by fully trained ARFFS fire crew with rebates for regular landings and fuel uptake.
• Aircraft Parking Aircraft parking (per-night and monthly) for fixed-wing aircraft across weight bands and for single- and multi-engine helicopters, including on-ramp and managed-hangar overnight options.
• Aircraft Fuelling AVGAS 100LL dispensed from a static tank and AVTUR Jet A1 with AL48 from a mobile bowser, priced per litre including VAT, with fuelling handled by ARFFS-trained staff.
• Flight Training Flight training services provided by multiple on-site operators covering PPL, CPL, Flying Instructor, Instrument and Night Flying ratings on both fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters, plus airline simulator assessment preparation (e.g. pmFlight Limited).
• Aircraft Charter Services Helicopter and fixed-wing charter services provided by certified operators holding UK CAA Air Operators Certificates, including private and corporate charter, aerial filming and event operations (e.g. Cheltenham Festival, Aintree, Epsom Derby, Formula 1 British Grand Prix).
• Aircraft Maintenance Aircraft maintenance delivered by CAA Part 145 maintenance organisations on-site, covering routine servicing, major overhauls, upgrades and full aircraft management for private owners and AOC operators.
• Air Ambulance (HEMS) Services Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS) hosted at the aerodrome by Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS), operating 24/7, 365 days a year with pre-hospital critical care including emergency surgery, blood transfusions and advanced anaesthetics.
• Hangar 9 Cafe Independently owned and run airside cafe overlooking the airfield with viewing deck, offering all-day dining, a fully stocked bar, free Wi-Fi and a pilots' tablet for airfield fee payment.
• Customs Arrangements General aviation customs handling for international arrivals and departures under a Certificate of Agreement with the Border Force National Frontier Approvals Unit, including support for GAR form submission.
• Commercial Property Rental Lettings of managed offices (Aero 16, Phoenix House, Business Centre 1st and 3rd Floors), workshops, studios, storage and hangar properties on the Redhill Aerodrome estate to aviation and non-aviation businesses, with property sizes from 480 sq. ft. to 4,500 sq. ft. on new leases from 12 months upwards, managed directly or through partner SHW.

Quantifiable outcome

• Air Ambulance KSS attended over 3,300 incidents in 2023-2024 (average of nine emergencies per day)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Advanced Roofing Services (Hangar 9 Contractor)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 January 2025Project contractors for Hangar 9 roof replacement project completed in early 2025. Supplied and fixed ultra-modern composite panel system over nearly 200m2 over a 10-week period. Also covered the Hangar 9 Cafe.
• SHW (Commercial Property Partner)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAll commercial property to let at Redhill Aerodrome is exclusively managed by Redhill Aerodrome directly or by their partners at SHW. SHW assists with leasing of offices, workshops, studios, storage and hangar properties on the estate.
• Border Force National Frontier Approvals UnitcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRedhill Aerodrome operates under a Certificate of Agreement (CoA) with Border Force for handling general aviation passenger flights. Enables customs arrangements for international arrivals and departures.
• Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndependent charity operating Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS) from facilities within Redhill Aerodrome. Operates 24/7, 365 days a year, attending over 3,300 incidents in 2023-2024. Kent Surrey Sussex Air Ambulance is a key co-located emergency service.
• National Police Air Service (NPAS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational Police Air Service operates from facilities within Redhill Aerodrome. Co-located emergency service providing police air support operations.
• Us in a Bus (Charity)minorOthersCharity based at Redhill Aerodrome working with adults with learning disabilities and complex needs. Visits around 122 people each week across Surrey, Hampshire, Middlesex and Sussex. Uses Intensive Interaction methodology for communication support.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• TAG Farnborough Airport: TAG Farnborough is a dedicated business aviation airport on a former RAF base in Hampshire. While it focuses on the premium business jet end of the market, it draws on the same south-east London corporate aviation catchment and offers overlapping ground support, hangarage, and FBO services.
• Oxford Airport (London Oxford Airport): London Oxford Airport is a business aviation and GA airport owned by a private operator, offering flight training, maintenance, and FBO services. It is comparable as a larger, more commercially developed GA/business aviation airport within a 1-1.5 hour radius of London.

Direct peers

• White Waltham Airfield: White Waltham is a GA airfield in Berkshire hosting multiple flight training schools, maintenance providers, and an active aero club. Comparable to Redhill as a multi-tenant GA aerodrome serving the south-east.
• Goodwood Aerodrome: Goodwood Aerodrome in West Sussex provides GA, flight training, and aviation events, supported by the Goodwood estate's commercial property and hospitality. It is comparable to Redhill as a heritage-driven GA facility with diversified estate income.
• Shoreham Airport (Brighton City Airport): Shoreham is a privately operated GA airport on the south coast offering flight training, charter, maintenance, hangarage, and commercial property. Comparable asset mix and PPR model to Redhill, serving a similar south-east England customer base.
• London Biggin Hill Airport: London Biggin Hill is a dedicated business aviation airport in south-east London operating H24 with CAA ATC, fuelling, hangarage, and extensive property estate. It is the most direct commercial competitor to Redhill for business and GA traffic in the south-east London catchment.
• Blackbushe Airport: Blackbushe is a GA aerodrome in Hampshire/Hampshire border providing flight training, aircraft maintenance, fuelling, hangarage, and PPR-based operations. It targets the same private pilot and flight training customer base as Redhill.
• Wycombe Air Park: Wycombe Air Park (Booker) is a GA aerodrome in Buckinghamshire providing flight training, aircraft sales, maintenance, and hangarage. It competes with Redhill for the London/Home Counties flight training and private aircraft market.
• Fairoaks Airport: Fairoaks is a general aviation aerodrome in Surrey offering flight training, charter, maintenance, hangarage, and commercial property, with a similar M25-corridor location and customer base. It is a near-twin asset type to Redhill in the same region.
• Cranfield Airport: Cranfield Airport is a GA and business aviation facility adjacent to Cranfield University, offering flight training, aircraft maintenance, hangarage, and a significant research/tech tenant base. It is a comparable mixed-use aerodrome with a university and property ecosystem.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/redhillatc

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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M&A

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