Operating times:
Daily 0730-1230 UTC; Daily 1315-1815 UTC; Daily 1900-2100 UTC
Winter
Customs & Immigration:
on request (24h min)
Runways
1 RWY, 1072m/3517ft 1 Runway, longest: 1072m/3517ft (paved)
Source: OpenAIP
10/28
Asphalt
Length
1072m
3517ft
3517ft
10/28
Asphalt
Length
1072m/3517ft
1072m/3517ft
Strength
23/F/B/Y/T
PCN
Fuel Availability
AVGAS
Jet A1
AVGAS, Jet A1: Truck
Source: OpenAIP data. Contact FBO for pricing.
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↓ 10 kt
→L 5 kt
Wind
250° · 11 kt
Temperature
11°C
Dew point
9°C
Visibility
9km
QNH
1008 hPa
Ceiling
2800 BKN
Cloud layers
5000
2500
0 ft
SCT 1800ft
BKN 2800ft
METAR: 64 mins · aviationweather.gov
| Rwy | Cross | Head |
|---|---|---|
| 28 | →L 5 kt | 10 kt ↑ |
| 10 | ←R 5 kt | 10 kt ↓ |
21:00Z → Tomorrow 06:00Z
VFR
[24012KT 9999 BKN030]
240° 12 kt · 9.7 km · Broken (BKN) 3000ft
METAR EISG 072030Z 25011KT 9000 SCT018CB BKN028 11/09 Q1008 TAF EISG 072000Z 0721/0806 24012KT 9999 BKN030
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Pilot Comments for EISG
Sebastian
Straightforward fuel stop en route to Donegal EIDL with a stunningly beautiful but slightly turbulent approach. Very friendly tower controller who appreciates a brief PPR call beforehand and proactively arranged the fueler for us and brought our subsequent flight plan forward. You may move freely on the apron, and after fueling you can settle all fees together by credit card at the small C-office, just a short walk away. The car rental counters at the airfield are not continuously staffed, so you should call the respective city branch in advance to avoid waiting times.
€15 landing fee and €2.57/l for Avgas. Happy to return next time with a longer stay.
AirfieldBot
Sligo Airport offers straightforward ground procedures with no scheduled commercial traffic and full Tower ATC, including non-radar service. Instrument approaches are available at both runway ends, with NDB/DME and LPV procedures approved. Flight plan filing is required. No takeoffs or landings are permitted from 1230 to 1315 local time. The airport is suitable for general aviation, with a 1200 metre runway and a small aeroclub present.
Landing fees are low. Example: landing fee about €20. Fees are payable by credit card at the small C-office, a short walk from the apron. Avgas and Jet A-1 are available, including during the midday closure period.
A café serves lunch from 1230 local time, with options such as Reuben sandwiches; it may close by 5pm. There is tourist accommodation in Strandhill within a 15-minute walk, and Sligo town is 8–10 km away by taxi. Car hire desks at the airport are not always staffed; advance arrangements with town offices are advised.
The area is scenic with beaches, walking trails, and surfing opportunities nearby. The approach can be turbulent, especially on RWY 29 due to wind over nearby woods and hills; circuit entry may require attention to terrain and weather effects. Procedures vary; see AIP/NOTAM.
Sligo Airport provides a friendly environment for general aviation pilots seeking access to Ireland’s northwest coast, with essential services and straightforward operations.