Aerodrome
EGAA - BELFAST ALDERGROVE
Location, elevation, runway distances, helicopter landing areas, radio frequencies, and map facts for a quick aerodrome check. Use this as a starting point, then confirm official data and brief weather, NOTAMs, services, local procedures, and runway wind before flight.
Aerodrome details
- Ident
- EGAA
- Type
- Aerodrome
- Location
- 11.5 NM NW of Belfast.
- Status
- Normal
- Use
- PERMIT
- Helicopter facilities
- No helicopter landing area listed
- Elevation
- 268 ft
- Magnetic variation
- -1.18° (2027) annual change 0.20°
- Coordinates
- 54.65752, -6.21571
Operating hours
00:00-24:00
Operational notes
Fuelling: Woodgate Executive Air Charter H24 fuel callout, Tel: 028-9442 2478. All operators, including Executive and Private General Aviation, must make prior arrangements with a handling agent for ground handling of all flights. Designated handling agents are: Commercial Aircraft: HAE Tel: 028-9445 9449; Fax: 028-9445 9905. Swissport: Tel: 028-9448 4608; Fax: 028-9442 2010. General Aviation and Private Jet Aircraft: EAC: Tel: 028-9448 4938; Tel: 028-9442 2478 (call out); Fax: 028-9445 2649; 0900-1700. Jet Assist: Tel 028-9442 2646 (24 HR); Fax: +44 28-9442 2640. Email: [email protected] VIP/Military/Ferry/Tech stops: Global Trek Aviation: Tel: 028-9445 4546, 07479-202260 (Mobile); Email: [email protected]; Website: www.globaltrekaviation.com AVGAS 100LL purchased from Woodgate Air Charter can only be made using cash or credit card. Air BP carnet not accepted. See Parking/Docking Chart TWY Foxtrot intersects RWY 17/35 at two positions. The Southern most of these is capable of permitting access/egress to/from DA2 Apron for ACFT up to and including ICAO Code F. Large ACFT may require to make a right-turn onto the TWY, following a turn at the RWY 35 turning circle. No automated parking/docking systems installed. Marshalling service is provided at all stands, with follow-me vehicle in place for freight/mail aircraft parking. TWY/Stand guidance lines are compliant with ICAO Annex 14 recommendations Below information indicates max span. Length restrictions exist and will be managed by stand allocation through the Airport Operational Database. Stands 9 - 15 fitted with illuminated stand number indicator boards. Max aircraft size: ICAO Code C Stands 16,17: Max aircraft size - ICAO Code C Stand 16A: Max aircraft size - ICAO Code F Stand 18: Max aircraft size - ICAO Code C Stand 21: Max aircraft size - ICAO Code C+ (B757 capable) Stand 22: Max aircraft size - ICAO Code C Stand 23: Max aircraft size - ICAO Code E Stands 24,25A,25B,26,27,28,29,30: Max aircraft size - ICAO Code C 1x passenger boarding bridge serving Stands 22,23,24 Cargo Stands 1F,2F: Max aircraft size - ICAO Code D Cargo Stands 3F,4F,5F,6F: Max aircraft size ICAO Code C All stands require operators to have pushback capability with their handling agent. General Aviation aircraft may self park on the GAT Apron and/or Delta Apron. Delta Apron houses General Aviation and Private Charter movements. The varying types of aircraft in this area mean that dedicated markings are not available. BIA and Handling agents will cooperate to ensure safety is maintained during parking operations. Alpha Taxiway stop bars at A1, A2, A3; Bravo Taxiway one stop bar; Charlie Taxiway stop bars at C1, C2; Delta Taxiway stop bars at D1, D2; Foxtrot Taxiway one stop bar; Juliet Taxiway stop bars at J1, J2; Echo Apron one stop bar. Aircrew should note that the marshalling service is provided by BIA or their handling agents trained personnel. However, it still remains the responsibility of aircrew to satisfy themselves that the stand is safe for entry and parking. 3 illuminated wind direction indicators at 17, 25 and 35 thresholds. Obstacle lighting.
- Address to substantiate AFS connectivity.
- 38X Aldergrove Flying Station – Use of the Military Apron is strictly PPR only and is to be coordinated through Aldergrove Air Ops, Tel: 07971-927704. Operating Hours: Mon-Fri 0800-1700 (0700-1600). Email: [email protected].
- Valid until: Unlimited
Contact
Operator: BELFAST INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT LTD.
Phone: 028-9448 4313
Email: [email protected] (Airport Duty Manager)
Address: Belfast International Airport, Belfast BT29 4AB.
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | TODA | LDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 | 2,780 m | 45 m | Asphalt | 2,947 mTORA 2,197 m | 2,780 mASDA 1,204 m |
| 25 | 2,780 m | 45 m | Asphalt | 1,968 mTORA 1,607 m | 2,780 mASDA 2,779 m |
| 17 | 1,891 m | 45 m | Asphalt | 1,830 mTORA 1,732 m | 1,791 mASDA 1,732 m |
| 35 | 1,891 m | 45 m | Asphalt | 2,111 mTORA 1,891 m | 1,799 mASDA 1,891 m |
Helicopter landing areas
No helicopter landing areas are listed for this aerodrome.
Radio frequencies
| Callsign | Frequency | Availability | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Approach | |||
| Approach | |||
| ALDERGROVE APPROACH | 133.130 MHz | NORMAL • DOC 60 NM/24,500 FT. | Service notes: ATZ hours coincident with Approach hours. |
| Service notes: ATZ hours coincident with Approach hours. | |||
| Radar | |||
| Radar | |||
| ALDERGROVE DIRECTOR | 120.905 MHz | LIMITED • 0700-2200 (0600-2100) • DOC 40 NM/19,500 FT. | |
| Tower | |||
| Tower | |||
| ALDERGROVE TOWER | 118.305 MHz | NORMAL • DOC 25 NM/4,000 FT. | Service notes: When notified by ATIS, Radar and Tower will be provided as a combined function on channel 133.130, Callsign 'Aldergrove'. |
| ALDERGROVE GROUND | 121.755 MHz | LIMITED • As directed by ATC • DOC 2 NM/GND | |
| Service notes: When notified by ATIS, Radar and Tower will be provided as a combined function on channel 133.130, Callsign 'Aldergrove'. | |||
| ATIS | |||
| ATIS | |||
| ALDERGROVE INFORMATION | 126.130 MHz | NORMAL • DOC 60 NM/20,000 FT. | |
| Other service | |||
| Other service | |||
| ALDERGROVE EMERGENCY | 121.500 MHz | LIMITED • On request (O/R) • Emergency frequency. | |
| Other service | |||
| Other service | |||
| BELFAST FIRE | 121.605 MHz | LIMITED • Available when Fire vehicle attending aircraft on the ground in an emergency. • Non-ATS channel. | |
Services
Briefing office
Status: NORMAL
Hours: (self briefing).
Customs
Status: NORMAL
Hours: Tel: 028-9448 4323
De-icing
Status: LIMITED
Hours: As required.
Notes: Available from: HAE and Swissport.
Handling
Status: LIMITED
Hours: HAE, Swissport and Global Trek Aviation: 24 hours (H24). EAC: 0900-1700 (0800-1600). Woodgate Executive Air Charter (UK) Ltd: 0900-2000 (0800-1900); and by prior arrangement. Jet Assist: 24 hours (H24) by prior arrangement.
Notes: A range of cargo handling equipment is available up to B747-400 and AN124 aircraft. Full details may be established with the relevant ground handling agents noted at paragraph 7 of this section.
Other service
Status: NORMAL
Notes: ARO
Other service - Meteorological service
Status: NORMAL
San
Status: LIMITED
Hours: Port Health on call.
Secur
Status: NORMAL
Supplies service
Type: Supplies service
Status: LIMITED
Hours: AVGAS 100LL: 0900-1700 (0800-1600). AVTUR JET A-1: 24 hours (H24) (North Air and Global Trek Aviation).
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EGAA Pilot Briefing
Weather
2,500 m visibility
METAR EGAA 121250Z 28008KT 9999 FEW030 12/04 Q1024
Runway wind
Runway 05 · 070°/08 kt
Crosswind within limits for typical light singles on the longest runway.
Nearby NOTAM
Aerodrome lighting maintenance
PAPI unserviceable until 18:00 UTC. Plan an alternative approach or daylight arrival.
Wise Assistant
Briefing snapshot
EGAA looks workable for a local VFR departure on the latest picture: surface wind is light, visibility is good, and no runway closure is highlighted in this snapshot. The main briefing item is the lighting serviceability notice, so plan a daylight arrival or confirm PAPI availability before committing. Cross-check the current METAR, TAF, and full NOTAM list before departure.