Airport Londonderry/Eglinton (EGAE) IFR PPR

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Eglinton, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (the) 🇬🇧

Elevation: 7m (22ft)

Coordinates: 55.0428, -7.1619

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Runways

1 RWY, 1969m/6459ft 1 Runway, longest: 1969m/6459ft (paved)

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Asphalt

1969m/6459ft

08/26 Asphalt

Length 1969m/6459ft 1969m/6459ft

Strength 58/F/B/W/T PCN

What other pilots say about EGAE

Philipp

2025-08-28 07:35:51 UTC

The airport of Northern Ireland’s second-largest city, Derry (officially Londonderry). PPR by email via flight@cityofderryairport.com. Pay close attention to ATC operating hours (they take breaks during which no departures/landings are possible). For noise abatement, arrivals are mostly to Runway 23, departures from Runway 05. IFR: only ILS, no RNP. Friendly, flexible ATC; scenic approach over the water. Nice handling on the apron. Avgas 100LL is delivered by a small truck. When finished, you’re escorted to a revolving gate in the fence and out to landside. From there it’s just under 100 meters to the terminal. There, at the information desk, you pay the fees and the fuel. 100LL is sold VAT-free if you subsequently depart the UK, currently £1.84. You can then claim the duty back afterwards, making it effectively only £1.48, or about €1.75 per litre. Landing and parking fees are moderate. The bus between the airport and the city runs infrequently. Best to order a taxi by phone, +44 28 7126 4466. Derry isn’t a major metropolis or stunningly beautiful, but it’s absolutely worth a day. Lots of culture and history (not only related to the Northern Ireland conflict and Bloody Sunday). Tip: join a walking tour (https://www.derrycitytours.com/our-tours/public-tours/); they run every two hours, no booking required. £6 cash. You get the full story in 1.5 hours; very interesting. Tasty food at http://www.riverinn1684.com/silver-street/

AI-generated summary, as of 08/2025 - may contain errors or inaccuracies

AirfieldBot

2025-08-22 16:13:24 UTC

EGAE (City of Derry/Londonderry) requires PPR, which can be arranged by phone or via flight@cityofderryairport.com. ATC operates with scheduled pauses, so careful attention to operational hours is necessary. IFR approaches are available via ILS only; there is no RNP, and no radar service—procedural control applies. The ILS for runway 08 is offset due to a factory under the approach, and trains crossing the 26 undershoot may take priority over GA movements. Parking is on the main apron with marshaller guidance, and handling is described as friendly and flexible.

Landing and parking fees are generally moderate. Example: landing about £20, parking about £20 per night. Payment for fees and fuel is made landside at the terminal information desk after being escorted from airside. Avgas (100LL) is available by bowser or truck; duty-free fuel is possible when departing to the Republic of Ireland or other international destinations.

Facilities include a modern terminal with a small shop/café (opening times may align with commercial flights), car hire desks (Hertz and Avis), and basic services such as security scanning for departures. Buses between the airport and city run infrequently; taxis are best arranged by phone (+44 28 7126 4466), with fixed fares around £15–20 for a 20-minute ride into town. Walking distance from apron to terminal is about 80 meters.

A GAR form is normally required 12 hours in advance for international arrivals, including flights from within the UK, submitted via official portals. The city offers cultural attractions, historic sites, and good food options nearby.

Procedures vary; see AIP/NOTAM. EGAE provides efficient access to Northern Ireland with affordable fees and essential GA services.