Civil Airfield Caernarfon (EGCK)

Caernarfon Airport sits on a scenic peninsula with straightforward VFR operations and no instrument approach procedures. Two wind turbines are located close to runway 02/20, which is officially unlicensed and generally unavailable except by special arrangement; standard operations use runway 07/25. PPR is required, typically by phone, and standard overhead joins are expected unless otherwise coordinated. Approaches from the north via the Menai Strait may require coordination with Valley Radar, with altitude restrictions of 1500 ft in some areas. A high, poorly visible guyed mast stands south of the field at 1900 ft.

The airport offers efficient fuelling with a bowser and prompt service when requested via RT. Avgas and Jet A1 are available. The on-field café is closed Tuesday to Thursday, but a burger van operates on those days; there is also a bistro of variable quality and an aviation museum. Overnight parking is available on a small asphalt area with tie-downs in grass, and hangar space can be arranged. The staff are described as friendly and helpful.

The beach is accessible within 5–10 minutes on foot, while Caernarfon town is about 25 minutes’ walk or 10 km by taxi, with fares typically ranging from £18 to £25. Hi-vis vests are required airside; non-compliance may incur a £20 penalty.

Example: landing fee about £25. Hangar overnight about £30. Taxi to town about £25.

Procedures vary; see AIP/NOTAM.