Aerodrome
EGET - LERWICK/TINGWALL
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
- EGET
- Type
- Aerodrome
- Location
- 4 NM NW of Lerwick.
- Status
- Normal
- Use
- PERMIT
- Helicopter facilities
- No helicopter landing area listed
- Elevation
- 46 ft
- Magnetic variation
- 0.17° (2027) annual change 0.22°
- Coordinates
- 60.19203, -1.24356
Operating hours
Mon-Fri: 0900-1700 (0800-1600) and by arrangement; Mon (Feb-Oct): 0730-1700 (0630-1600) and by arrangement; Sat (May-Oct): (1000-1230) Summer only and by arrangement.
Operational notes
Tingwall Aerodrome is PPR, minimum of 24 hours notice via phone call or email to Duty FISO. Most credit/debit cards accepted (except Maestro cards). Passenger facilities are limited at the Aerodrome. Pilots intending to visit Tingwall are advised to look at www.shetland.org for details of accommodation, restaurants, hire cars, taxis etc. Apron leads directly on to runway, with holds at Alpha and Bravo Limited apron space available. Parking provided on a 'first come, first served' basis. Self parking under direction of FISO. Semi-circular mark on apron to provide BN2B access to AVGAS fuelling Station. Holds at Alpha and Bravo. Avoid parking near landside access gate outside opening hours, in case of emergency access required by ambulance/air ambulance personnel. WDI: 601132.43N 0011441.08W (LGTD).
- Address to substantiate AFS connectivity.
- Valid until: Unlimited
Contact
Operator: SHETLAND ISLANDS COUNCIL.
Phone: 01595-840306
Email: [email protected]
Address: Tingwall Airport, Gott, Shetland, ZE2 9XJ.
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | TODA | LDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | 768 m | 18 m | Asphalt | 768 mTORA 768 m | 736 mASDA 768 m |
| 19 | 768 m | 18 m | Asphalt | 736 mTORA 736 m | 768 mASDA 803 m |
Helicopter landing areas
No helicopter landing areas are listed for this aerodrome.
Radio frequencies
| Callsign | Frequency | Availability | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight information service | |||
| Flight information service | |||
| TINGWALL INFORMATION | 125.305 MHz | LIMITED • Mon-Fri: 0900-1700 (0800-1600) and by arrangement; Mon (Feb-Oct): 0730-1700 (0630-1600) and by arrangement; Sat (May-Oct): (1000-1230) Summer only and by arrangement. • DOC 20 NM/5000 FT. | |
| Other service | |||
| Other service | |||
| TINGWALL FIRE | 121.605 MHz | LIMITED • Available when Fire vehicle attending aircraft on the ground in an emergency. | |
Services
Customs
Status: LIMITED
Hours: By arrangement with Duty FISO, minimum 24 hours notice.
Handling
Status: LIMITED
Hours: Available upon request.
Notes: Limited.
Supplies service
Type: Supplies service
Status: LIMITED
Hours: AVGAS 100LL - As AD Hours and by arrangement. JET A1 - First fuel uplift from: Mon-Fri 0930 (0830) and by arrangement; Sat 1030 (summer only) and by arrangement.
Notes: AVGAS 100LL - up to 28000 LT, limited supply of AVTUR Jet A1 - maximum 2000 LT - check availability prior to departing base airport.
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EGET Pilot Briefing
Weather
2,500 m visibility
METAR EGET 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
EGET 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.