Aerodrome
EGEL - COLL
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
- EGEL
- Type
- Aerodrome
- Location
- 5 NM WSW of Arinagour.
- Status
- Normal
- Use
- PERMIT
- Helicopter facilities
- No helicopter landing area listed
- Elevation
- 20 ft
- Magnetic variation
- -1.65° (2027) annual change 0.21°
- Coordinates
- 56.60207, -6.61774
Operating hours
By prior arrangement with the aerodrome operator (Argyll and Bute Council, c/o Oban Airport).
Operational notes
This aerodrome is strictly PPR. Self parking. Wind direction indicator - 563600.60N 0063703.27W (LGTD).
- Valid until: Unlimited
- Prior permission required. Telephone calls to Oban ATS will be recorded.
Contact
Operator: ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL.
Phone: 01631-572910
Address: c/o Oban Airport, North Connel, Oban, Argyll, PA37 1SX.
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | TODA | LDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 | 501 m | 18 m | Asphalt | 501 mTORA 501 m | 501 mASDA 501 m |
| 20 | 501 m | 18 m | Asphalt | 501 mTORA 501 m | 501 mASDA 501 m |
Helicopter landing areas
No helicopter landing areas are listed for this aerodrome.
Radio frequencies
| Callsign | Frequency | Availability | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other service | |||
| Other service | |||
| COLL RADIO | 125.005 MHz | LIMITED • By Prior Arrangement with the aerodrome operator c/o Oban Airport. • A/G frequency | |
Services
Briefing office
Status: LIMITED
Hours: Information available from Oban aerodrome by telephone.
Customs
Status: LIMITED
Hours: Not available.
Other service - Meteorological service
Status: LIMITED
Hours: Information available from Oban aerodrome by telephone.
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Preview
EGEL Pilot Briefing
Weather
2,500 m visibility
METAR EGEL 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
EGEL 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.