Aerodrome
EGPB - SUMBURGH
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
- EGPB
- Type
- Aerodrome/Heliport
- Location
- 17 NM S of Lerwick.
- Status
- Normal
- Use
- PERMIT
- Helicopter facilities
- Listed for this aerodrome
- Elevation
- 24 ft
- Magnetic variation
- 0.18° (2027) annual change 0.22°
- Coordinates
- 59.88148, -1.29383
Operating hours
Mon-Fri 0730-2000 (0630-1900); Sat 0745-1615 (0645-1515); Sun 1130-2000 (1030-1900).
Operational notes
Request for extension of hours should be made to Sumburgh ATC 01950-461008. Pilots not using a resident handling agent must ensure that all relevant airport documentation is completed upon initial arrival. Such documentation may be obtained from security or HIAL administration staff. Fuel supplied by North Air. Tel: 01950-460367; E-Mail: [email protected]. Hook-up fee and minimum fuel charge on cash sales. No credit card facilities available. Payment by Air BP Card, Fuel Release or cash only. Contact North Air for further information. Pilots of fixed wing aircraft can anticipate to be marshalled onto stand on arrival. Helicopters self-park on numbered spots/stands; marshalling available on request. Spots 5 and 6 not normally available for shutdown. Pilots are to exercise caution when operating on spots 4 or 5. Helicopter and fixed wing operations in close proximity. Holding points are designated by retro-reflective signs, illuminated in hours of darkness. Red stop bars at holding points A, C, E, G, J, K, V. Caution: H06/24 holding points F, W, and Z do not have lit stop bars. WDI RWY 09 (LGTD): 595254.95N 0011812.33W; WDI RWY 27 (LGTD): 595251.18N 0011706.70W; WDI RWY 15: 595257.17N 0011757.64W; WDI RWY 33: 595218.86N 0011658.44W; WDI RWY 06/24: 595234.64N 0011704.55W. Obstacle lights.
- Address to substantiate AFS connectivity.
- Valid until: Unlimited
Contact
Operator: HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS AIRPORTS LTD.
Phone: 01950-461000
Email: [email protected]
Address: Sumburgh Airport, Virkie Shetland, ZE3 9JP.
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | TODA | LDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 | 1,498 m | 44 m | Asphalt | 1,319 mTORA 1,319 m | 1,245 mASDA 1,319 m |
| 27 | 1,498 m | 44 m | Asphalt | 1,319 mTORA 1,319 m | 1,260 mASDA 1,319 m |
| 15 | 1,424 m | 43 m | Asphalt | 1,424 mTORA 1,424 m | 1,240 mASDA 1,424 m |
| 33 | 1,424 m | 43 m | Asphalt | 1,424 mTORA 1,424 m | 1,235 mASDA 1,424 m |
| 06 | 544 m | 44 m | Asphalt | Unavailable | Unavailable |
| 24 | 544 m | 44 m | Asphalt | Unavailable | Unavailable |
Helicopter landing areas
2 landing areas listed.
H06
Unavailable • Asphalt • 8 ft
H24
Unavailable • Asphalt • 19 ft
Radio frequencies
| Callsign | Frequency | Availability | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radar | |||
| Radar | |||
| SUMBURGH RADAR | 123.155 MHz | LIMITED • 0630-2200 (0530-2100). • Standby frequency not continuously monitored. | Service notes: This service is provided by NATS Aberdeen. |
| SUMBURGH RADAR | 131.300 MHz | LIMITED • 0630-2200 (0530-2100). • Radar services for both Approach Radar and offshore sectors. | |
| Service notes: This service is provided by NATS Aberdeen. | |||
| Tower | |||
| Tower | |||
| SUMBURGH TOWER | 118.255 MHz | LIMITED • Mon-Fri 0715-2000 (0615-1900); Sat 0730-1615 (0630-1515); Sun 1115-2000 (1015-1900); and by arrangement. • DOC 30 NM/10,000 FT. | |
| Flight information service | |||
| Flight information service | |||
| SUMBURGH INFORMATION | 118.255 MHz | LIMITED • By arrangement outside hours of ATC. Normally only available for SAR, ambulance flights and aircraft in emergency. | |
| ATIS | |||
| ATIS | |||
| SUMBURGH INFORMATION | 125.855 MHz | LIMITED • Mon-Fri 0715-2000 (0615-1915); Sat 0730-1615 (0630-1515); Sun 1115-2000 (1015-1900); and by arrangement. | |
| Other service | |||
| Other service | |||
| SUMBURGH FIRE CHIEF | 121.605 MHz | LIMITED • Available when Fire vehicle attending aircraft on the ground in an emergency. • Non-ATS Frequency. | |
Services
Briefing office
Status: LIMITED
Hours: As AD hours.
Customs
Status: LIMITED
Hours: By arrangement with ATC or by request from Loganair.
De-icing
Status: LIMITED
Hours: By arrangement with Loganair.
Notes: Available through Loganair.
Handling
Status: LIMITED
Hours: By arrangement. See AD 2.4 Remarks.
Notes: Limited.
Other service
Status: LIMITED
Hours: As AD hours.
Notes: ARO
Other service - Meteorological service
Status: LIMITED
Hours: As AD hours.
Radar - SUMBURGH RADAR
Status: LIMITED
Hours: Coincident with TWR hours. See EGPB AD 2.18. (Note 1)
San
Status: LIMITED
Hours: On request.
Secur
Status: LIMITED
Hours: Mon-Fri 0630-2015 (0530-1915); Sat 0630-1615 (0530-1515); Sun 1015-2015 (0915-1915).
Supplies service
Type: Supplies service
Status: LIMITED
Hours: Mon-Fri 0730-2000 (0630-1900); Sat 0745-1615 (0645-1515); Sun 1130-2000 (1030-1900). Fuel supplied by North Air; see AD 2.4 remarks.
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EGPB Pilot Briefing
Weather
2,500 m visibility
METAR EGPB 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
EGPB 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.