Operating times:
Daily SR–SS; See AIP
Customs & Immigration:
Immigration: available • INTL port of entry (AD 1.3)
Runways
1 RWY, 2703m/8868ft 1 Runway, longest: 2703m/8868ft (paved)
Source: OpenAIP
17R/35L
Asphalt
Length
2703m
8868ft
8868ft
17R/35L
Asphalt
Length
2703m/8868ft
2703m/8868ft
Strength
53/F/B/X/U
PCN
Fuel Availability
Jet A1
Restrictions apply
Source: OpenAIP data. Contact FBO for pricing.
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↓ 6 kt
→L 2 kt
Wind
330° · 6 kt
Temperature
15°C
Dew point
13°C
Visibility
10km+
QNH
1016 hPa
Ceiling
Clear
Cloud layers
5000
2500
0 ft
FEW 2500ft
METAR: 33 mins · aviationweather.gov
| Rwy | Cross | Head |
|---|---|---|
| 35 | →L 2 kt | 6 kt ↑ |
| 17 | ←R 2 kt | 6 kt ↓ |
21:00Z → Tomorrow 06:00Z
VFR
[VRB03KT 9999 FEW025 SCT080]
Variable (VRB) 3 kt · 9.7 km · Few (FEW) 2500ft · Scattered (SCT) 8000ft
METAR LGKL 242020Z 33006KT 9999 FEW025 15/13 Q1016 TAF LGKL 242000Z 2421/2506 VRB03KT 9999 FEW025 SCT080
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LGKL operates as a joint military/civilian airport and functions as an airport of entry for Greece. PPR is required; permission can be obtained via Aopa.gr or by contacting d1a@hcaa.gr, with approval typically within a day, though some sources mention a 3–7 day lead time. Handling is mandatory, with multiple agents present; Skyserv and Signature Aviation are available, but handling fees vary widely. Example: total fees for three days with Skyserv about €140 (with AOPA discount), while Signature Aviation charged about €1,490 for a short stay, with less than €100 of that as airport fees and the remainder for handling. Persistence with Skyserv may yield better rates.
The civil apron is small, and parking is limited, especially for longer stays; parking behind blast fences may be arranged. IFR night approaches are possible but runway lighting is minimal. No Avgas is available. Taxis to Kalamata arrive quickly and cost about €20. Car rentals are available off-airport.
Large birds have been observed on the taxiway, requiring caution during ground movements. For departures, SLT and PPR are necessary; see AIP/NOTAM for procedural details.