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Plane spotting at EMA

East Midlands Airport, Nottingham

East Midlands Airport (EMA) is a hub for cargo and passenger flights, making it a prime spot for aviation enthusiasts. Identify and collect aircraft with FlightCatcherPro.

Where to spot

  • ·Jet Parks Viewing Area
  • ·Castle Donington Village Green

Rare catches

Look for these types to grow your collection:

A380747777F

By the numbers

East Midlands Airport features a single runway and is one of the UK's busiest cargo airports.

Spotter tips

  • ·Arrive early to secure a good spot
  • ·Use binoculars for better views
  • ·Check flight schedules for arrivals and departures

Best time to spot

Early morning and late afternoon provide the best light and traffic.

Spotting at EMA? Identify the next arrival with your camera, or upload a photo you already have, in FlightCatcherPro.

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Notable aircraft

G-EZBW Airbus A319 easyJet, BFS → LPL, 14 Jul 2026, photographed by PilotFalcon21

G-EZBWeasyJet A319

Photo: PilotFalcon21

G-DBCA Airbus A319 British Airways, LHR → TLS, 12 Aug 2026, photographed by T12

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Photo: T12

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