Airport Kerry (EIKY) IFR PPR

Inquiry regarding entry from the UK was answered quickly and positively via email to KIR.Handling@kerryairport.ie. On the ground the people are very friendly, but fueling and parking procedures are cumbersome and lengthy, and each may only be conducted with ATC clearance and a marshaller. A grass parking spot would actually have been ideal for us, as there is ample area for it and there are no tie-downs on the concrete, but since the regular clientele is Gulfstreams (with golfers), even small SEPs have to park like the big ones. Any attempt to explain or request changes only prolongs the already tiring ground processes. The short distance to the terminal may only be covered in an airport vehicle.

Beautiful area, perhaps a bit too touristy; rental cars available right on the field. The Europe Hotel in Killarney, part of the Liebherr Group, was more show than substance, with poor value for money.

Landing fee for an AA5 €15 and parking per night €10. Avgas available but very expensive at €2.92/l. Before departure you can pay the fees and Avgas by credit card at the handling office and then be driven back to the aircraft.