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To the Opera in 15 minutes*
Private transfers & secure helifriendly facilities a stone's throw from Glyndebourne
* Average time 12-15 mins dependent on traffic conditions. Multiple routes.

Seamless transfers to Glyndebourne

A stone's throw…

Kittyhawk Aerodrome is the ideal destination for a smooth & convenient transfer to Glyndebourne Opera – we are in fact the closest airfield by a country mile! 

We provide a slick & efficient transfer in comfort to and from Glyndebourne by Mercedes V Class (max 5 pax) or MPV (max 8 pax).
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Secure & discrete location

As a working airfield, we are no stranger to the needs of private aviation – particularly beneficial for individuals with time constraints, VIPs and those who prefer air travel for convenience or security.

We provide a discrete & sterile location for helicopter ops away from prying eyes & sensitive ears.

We also accept night flights (defined as sunset + 30mins) & international flights (EU, IoM, Channel Islands) having a specific agreement in place with UK Border Force (who will likely attend for clearance) – subject to out of hours & handling fees.
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Effortless Arrivals for Operators & BrokerS

We offer a simple, all-inclusive arrival package designed specifically for AOC operators and brokers, ensuring a seamless experience for both crew and passengers.

Our package includes landing fees, aircraft parking, handling & luxury airside transfers in Mercedes V-Class – passengers step directly from helicopter to vehicle, with no additional arrangements required.

Our professional driving team are fully insured & approved for air-side operations, providing a true “rotor-to-door” service.

Do you have a special request or specific requirement? We can help with our flexible concierge service. We’re here to make your trip to the Opera at Glyndebourne smooth & enjoyable.

Please note that third-party transport providers are restricted to the public car park and passengers should expect to walk in excess of 100 metres between aircraft and vehicle.

Pilot info

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ICAO Locator: EGKF. We can be located on Garmin / Jeppeson, Pooleys, Sky Demon & Helipaddy. Please study our Circuit Pattern / Advanced Pilot Awareness and Airfield information / Flight Procedures before departing for the aerodrome.
Pilots are most welcome to use our facilities & clubroom.

The future

We are currently building a state-of-the-art aviation fuel installation and dedicated, protected aircraft refuelling area, due to become operational in Q4 2026. The facility will include Jet A-1 fuel uplift at competitive prices.

Contact us today

Call Oliver on 01273 921 446 or email ops@kitthawk.uk today

What our clients say

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Excellent team at Kittyhawk Aerodrome. Could not have helped us more & in doing so our clients. Easy transfer arrangements all sorted for us & costed in to transfer our clients seamlessly from Helicopter to the Opera. will definitely use again

CAS Ltd July 23, 2025
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Kittyhawk Aerodrome is an absolute gem! From open SR-SS operations to the friendly and accommodating team, every aspect of this airfield is designed with pilots in mind. The website brief is incredibly comprehensive, making flight planning seamless, and the quick and easy PPR process ensures stress-free arrivals. We planned our trip in our 172 for 2 June 2025, my two sons, our Labrador and I to meet my family who live in Eastbourne. With a choice of runways, pilots have flexibility in different conditions. The solar farm makes it very easy to spot from the air. There’s plenty of visitor parking, and if arriving by road, ample onsite parking, making accessibility a breeze. Kittyhawk is in uncontrolled airspace and the circuit patterns are well planned so as not to interfere with nearby Deanland Airfield or Ringmer Gliding Site. We had a warm welcome from Ollie and his team, whose accommodating nature make Kittyhawk Aerodrome an even more enjoyable place to visit. His enthusiasm for the current improvements and future development plans is inspiring, and it’s clear he has a great vision for the aerodrome’s growth and its future development that will further enhance this fantastic flying hub. The aerodrome’s idyllic location offers breathtaking views of the South Downs, adding to the overall experience, by road its picturesque country lanes. I highly recommend Kittyhawk Aerodrome to any pilot looking for a welcoming, well-run airfield with a bright future ahead! We’ll be back soon.

James Vinall June 8, 2025
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Used Kittyhawk Aerodrome for a helicopter landing for my boss and family who were going to Glyndebourne. All went very smoothly with great pre-event communication and helpful arrangements for executive ground transfers. Would definitely use again.

Rebecca Clash May 19, 2025
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Excellent airfield just north of Eastbourne which is well worth a visit if you are flying in the area...and also very handy for Glyndebourne. Lovely long smooth grass runway easily accommodated our PA28 and the friendly welcome from Ollie was really appreciated. A little gem!

Earl Grey July 24, 2024
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I recently had to transport some passengers via helicopter to Kittyhawk aerodrome to attend a concert at Glyndebourne. The staff were very helpful, arranging a seamless transfer from Helicopter, to an Executive Limousine that they helped arrange. The passengers were at Glyndebourne within 15 minutes of touching down at the airfield.

Mike Rivett July 19, 2023
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I would like to thank the team Kittyhawk Aerodrome. They organised our transfers from heliport to Glyndebourne and back in a very short time. We were provided with an excellent chauffeur and the vehicle. Communication and service at the point of booking and on the day of transfers were seamless. I would definitely recommend this company and will use them again. Thank you very much!!!

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