Aerodrome
EGPC - WICK
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
- EGPC
- Type
- Aerodrome
- Location
- 1 NM N of Wick.
- Status
- Normal
- Use
- PERMIT
- Helicopter facilities
- No helicopter landing area listed
- Elevation
- 126 ft
- Magnetic variation
- -0.44° (2027) annual change 0.22°
- Coordinates
- 58.45876, -3.09296
Operating hours
Mon-Fri 1030-1730 (0930-1630); Sun 1430-1630 (1330-1530); and by arrangement with AD Operator (HIAL).
Operational notes
This aerodrome is PPR. Fuelling/Handling via Far North Aviation by Tel: 01955-602201, Fax: 01955-602203 or RTF (131.560 MHz callsign ‘Far Nor’). Helicopter rotors running refuelling available by arrangements with HIAL and Far North Aviation. Oxygen, nitrogen and related servicing available from Far North Aviation. Survival suits, lifejackets and dinghies available from Far North Aviation. Aviramp, stair climber and wheelchairs available for passengers with reduced mobility. WDIs (LGTD): 582739.89N 0030543.69W; 582722.71N 0030526.06W. Apron floodlights. Obstacle lighting.
- Address to substantiate AFS connectivity.
- Valid until: Unlimited
Contact
Operator: HIAL
Phone: 01955-602215
Address: Wick Aerodrome, Wick, Caithness, KW1 4QP.
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | TODA | LDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 1,831 m | 45 m | Asphalt | 1,896 mTORA 1,746 m | 1,409 mASDA 1,746 m |
| 31 | 1,831 m | 45 m | Asphalt | 1,237 mTORA 1,714 m | 1,410 mASDA 1,714 m |
Helicopter landing areas
No helicopter landing areas are listed for this aerodrome.
Radio frequencies
| Callsign | Frequency | Availability | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Approach | |||
| Approach | |||
| WICK APPROACH | 119.705 MHz | LIMITED • Mon-Fri 1030-1730 (0930-1630); Sun 1430-1630 (1330-1530); and by arrangement with AD Operator (HIAL). | Service notes: ATZ hours coincident with Approach hours. VDF 582714.31N 0030503.46W. |
| Service notes: ATZ hours coincident with Approach hours. VDF 582714.31N 0030503.46W. | |||
| Tower | |||
| Tower | |||
| WICK TOWER | 119.705 MHz | LIMITED • Mon-Fri 1030-1730 (0930-1630); Sun 1430-1630 (1330-1530); and by arrangement with AD Operator (HIAL). • DOC 40 NM/15,000 FT | Service notes: VDF 582714.31N 0030503.46W. |
| Service notes: VDF 582714.31N 0030503.46W. | |||
| Flight information service | |||
| Flight information service | |||
| WICK INFORMATION | 119.705 MHz | LIMITED • By arrangement outside hours of ATC. Normally, only available for SAR and Ambulance flights and aircraft in emergency | Service notes: Due to AFISO training and maintenance of currency, AFISO phraseology may be in use during ATC published hours, with ATC in attendance. ATC service will remain available at all times. Pilots will be advised of periods of AFISO training, normally via ATIS. |
| Service notes: Due to AFISO training and maintenance of currency, AFISO phraseology may be in use during ATC published hours, with ATC in attendance. ATC service will remain available at all times. Pilots will be advised of periods of AFISO training, normally via ATIS. | |||
| ATIS | |||
| ATIS | |||
| WICK INFORMATION | 113.600 MHz | LIMITED • Mon-Fri 1030-1730 (0930-1630); Sun 1430-1630 (1330-1530); and by arrangement with AD Operator (HIAL). • Freq shared with VOR WIK. | |
| Other service | |||
| Other service | |||
| WICK FIRE CHIEF | 121.605 MHz | LIMITED • Available when Fire vehicle attending aircraft on the ground in an emergency. • Non-ATS channel. | |
Services
Customs
Status: LIMITED
Hours: By arrangement with HIAL or Far North Aviation.
Handling
Status: NORMAL
Hours: by arrangement with Far North Aviation. Handling mandatory Out of Hours for aircraft not based at Wick.
Notes: By arrangement with Far North Aviation. Nearest railway siding: Wick.
Secur
Status: LIMITED
Hours: As AD hours.
Supplies service
Type: Supplies service
Status: NORMAL
Hours: by arrangement with Far North Aviation.
Notes: Stored overground in tanks and bowsers. Delivered by bowser.
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EGPC Pilot Briefing
Weather
2,500 m visibility
METAR EGPC 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
EGPC 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.