Aerodrome
EGPD - ABERDEEN/DYCE
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Aerodrome details
- Ident
- EGPD
- Type
- Aerodrome
- Location
- 5 NM NW of Aberdeen.
- Status
- Normal
- Use
- PERMIT
- Helicopter facilities
- No helicopter landing area listed
- Elevation
- 215 ft
- Magnetic variation
- 0.08° (2027) annual change 0.21°
- Coordinates
- 57.20243, -2.19816
Operating hours
0600-2230 (0500-2130). PPR outside of these hours.
Operational notes
Aerodrome Operator: Delayed fixed-wing aircraft scheduled to operate 0600-2230 (0500-2130) must request extended opening by 2100 (2000). All other fixed-wing traffic must request extended opening with at least 24 hours notice. Fixed-wing aircraft operating between 2300-0600 (2200-0500) must be Quota Category 4 or below as defined in the Department for Transport, Noise Restrictions Notice for London Airports published bi-annually as a Supplement. Customs/Immigration: Prior arrangement required before 2100 (2000) for scheduled delayed flights (international flights and domestic flights carrying interlined international passengers and their effects). Nonscheduled flights require prior arrangement with a minimum of 24 hours notice. Fuelling: Outside of operational hours AVTUR JET A-1 and AVGAS 100LL available by arrangement with Signature on 01224-723636. All aircraft must have a handling agent appointed prior to arrival/departure. Handling agencies are: Primeflight: Tel: 01224-348517 or 07791-973108; E-mail: [email protected]; SITA: ABZDHXH; Channel: 131.415 Signature: Tel: 01224-723636; Fax: 01224-725458; SITA: ABZECXH; Channel: 131.615 Operators must include Aberdeen Airport SITA address of ABZPA7X for all flights inbound to Aberdeen. See Aircraft Parking/Docking Chart. Stands 1A, 7A, 10A, 10L, 10R, 30 and 31 available under marshaller guidance only. Stand Guidance System on all other stands as stated below. Parking guidance facilities to be used by the Commander: Stands 1-5 and 15-16: Safedock. Stands 6-9 and 10-14: AGNIS with stop arrow paint marking on ground. In some strong light conditions, pilots may experience glare on Safedock system (Stands 1-5, 15 and 16). If unable to correctly interpret stand guidance system, pilots must request marshalling assistance. Red stop bars are located at holding points A4, C3, D2, E1, E2, E3, E4, E5, E6, E7, E8, E9, M1, M5, M7 and M9 and are in use at all times during the hours of ATC operation. No aircraft is to cross a red stop bar unless given a specific instruction to do so under escort from an Airside Operations vehicle. Aircrews are to note that the Stand Entry Guidance is activated by Airline and Handling Agent staff as prescribed in CAP 642. Aircrew should not enter the stand unless the stand guidance is illuminated or if advised that it is unserviceable, under marshaller guidance only. An emergency stop sign has also been installed on all SEG equipped stands. When activated, an electronic red flashing ‘STOP’ warning sign is illuminated. Aircraft must not enter the stand under any circumstances until the sign has been switched off. Runway 05/23, Runway 14/32 and Runway 36 Helistrip designators and aiming point marked (Runway 23 only). Runway 36 paint markings extend beyond the North end of this runway. Three WDI: 571143.71N 0021124.09W (LGTD) - 571228.15N 0021222.45W (LGTD) - 571209.15N 0021211.76W (LGTD). Apron floodlighting on Stands 1-17 and Stands 30-31.
- Address to substantiate AFS connectivity.
- Valid until: Unlimited
- Telephone calls to ATC may be recorded.
Contact
Operator: ABERDEEN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT LTD.
Phone: 01224-725060
Address: Aberdeen International Airport, Dyce, Grampian, AB21 7DU.
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | TODA | LDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 1,953 m | 46 m | Asphalt | 829 mTORA 1,312 m | 1,953 mASDA 629 m |
| 34 | 1,953 m | 46 m | Asphalt | 1,477 mTORA 1,339 m | 1,953 mASDA 1,339 m |
| 14 | 581 m | 36 m | Asphalt | 506 m | Unavailable |
| 32 | 581 m | 36 m | Asphalt | Unavailable | 581 m |
| 05 | 477 m | 46 m | Asphalt | 414 m | Unavailable |
| 23 | 477 m | 46 m | Asphalt | Unavailable | 477 m |
| 36 | 260 m | 36 m | Asphalt | 580 m | Unavailable |
Helicopter landing areas
No helicopter landing areas are listed for this aerodrome.
Radio frequencies
| Callsign | Frequency | Availability | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Approach | |||
| Approach | |||
| ABERDEEN APPROACH | 119.055 MHz | LIMITED Service can be provided 24 hours (H24). During the period 2230-0545 (2130-0445) the channel is not monitored at all times. Channel normally monitored for: Arrivals - ETA-10 to ATA+10; Departures - ETD-30 to ATD+10. DOC 55 NM/25,000 FT. | Service notes: ATZ hours H24. Channel 121.255 available as ATC fallback channel. Channel is not continuously monitored when not in use. |
| Service notes: ATZ hours H24. Channel 121.255 available as ATC fallback channel. Channel is not continuously monitored when not in use. | |||
| Radar | |||
| Radar | |||
| ABERDEEN RADAR | 119.055 MHz | NORMAL | Service notes: When notified by ATIS, Tower and Radar will be provided as a combined function on channels 118.105 and 119.055 using callsigns Aberdeen Tower/Aberdeen Radar. Channel 121.255 available as ATC fallback channel. Channel is not continuously monitored when not in use. |
| ABERDEEN DIRECTOR | 128.305 MHz | LIMITED • As directed by ATC • DOC 25 NM/10,000 FT. | |
| Service notes: When notified by ATIS, Tower and Radar will be provided as a combined function on channels 118.105 and 119.055 using callsigns Aberdeen Tower/Aberdeen Radar. Channel 121.255 available as ATC fallback channel. Channel is not continuously monitored when not in use. | |||
| Tower | |||
| Tower | |||
| ABERDEEN TOWER | 118.105 MHz | LIMITED Service can be provided 24 hours (H24). During the period 2230-0545 (2130-0445) the channel is not monitored at all times. Channel normally monitored for: Arrivals - ETA-10 to ATA+10; Departures - ETD-30 to ATD+10. DOC 25 NM/8,000 FT. | Service notes: When notified by ATIS, Tower and Radar will be provided as a combined function on channels 118.105 and 119.055 using callsigns Aberdeen Tower/Aberdeen Radar. Channel 121.255 available as ATC fallback channel. Channel is not continuously monitored when not in use. |
| ABERDEEN GROUND | 121.705 MHz | LIMITED • 0600-2130 (0500-2030). | |
| Service notes: When notified by ATIS, Tower and Radar will be provided as a combined function on channels 118.105 and 119.055 using callsigns Aberdeen Tower/Aberdeen Radar. Channel 121.255 available as ATC fallback channel. Channel is not continuously monitored when not in use. | |||
| ATIS | |||
| ATIS | |||
| ABERDEEN INFORMATION | 114.300 MHz | NORMAL • Broadcast on Aberdeen VOR. | |
| ABERDEEN INFORMATION | 121.855 MHz | NORMAL | |
| Other service | |||
| Other service | |||
| ABERDEEN FIRE | 121.605 MHz | LIMITED • Available when Fire vehicle attending aircraft on the ground in an emergency. • Non-ATS channel. | |
Services
Customs
Status: LIMITED
Hours: Immigration: 0700-2300 (0600-2200). Customs: 0700-2300 (0600-2200). Outside of these hours see remarks.
De-icing
Status: LIMITED
Hours: See AD 2.4.
Notes: By arrangement with nominated handling agent.
Handling
Status: LIMITED
Hours: See AD 2.4.
Notes: By arrangement with Swissport on 01224-770518.
Supplies service
Type: Supplies service
Status: LIMITED
Hours: North Air: 0530-2300 (0430-2200) (AVTUR JET A-1). Signature: 0630-2130 (0530-2030) (AVGAS 100LL and AVTUR JET A-1). See Remarks.
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EGPD Pilot Briefing
Weather
2,500 m visibility
METAR EGPD 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.
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Briefing snapshot
EGPD 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.