JET STREAM UK

JET STREAM UK

27L arrivals

Myrtle Avenue

The classic Heathrow spot — afternoon 27L arrivals over the rooftops.

Best times

Weekday afternoons from 14:00; weekends from 11:00 when 27L is active.

Camera & lens

70-200mm for finals; 100-400mm for tighter overhead shots.

What you'll see

BA short-haul, Emirates A380s, Qatar A350s, and seasonal visitor traffic on short final.

Spotter tips

  • Arrive early at weekends
  • Respect residents — keep noise down
  • Best light from mid-afternoon

Approximate coordinates: 51.4702, -0.4321 — verify access and local rules on arrival.