Operating times:
H24; See AIP
Customs & Immigration:
Customs: Daily 0600-2200 UTC; outside these hours with prior notice • Immigration: Daily 0600-2200 UTC; outside these hours with prior notice
Summer
Runways
1 RWY, 3000m/9842ft 1 Runway, longest: 3000m/9842ft (paved)
Source: OpenAIP
02/20
Asphalt
Length
3000m
9842ft
9842ft
02/20
Asphalt
Length
3000m/9842ft
3000m/9842ft
Fuel Availability
Jet A1
Jet A1: Truck · 0400-2000 UTC
Source: OpenAIP data. Contact FBO for pricing.
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↓ 2 kt
←R 1 kt
Wind
50° · 2 kt
Temperature
19°C
Dew point
17°C
Visibility
CAVOK
QNH
1017 hPa
Ceiling
Clear
METAR: 15 mins · aviationweather.gov
| Rwy | Cross | Head |
|---|---|---|
| 02 | ←R 1 kt | 2 kt ↑ |
| 20 | →L 1 kt | 2 kt ↓ |
Tomorrow 08:00Z → Tomorrow 18:00Z
VFR
[BECMG 17014KT 9999 SCT040]
Becoming (BECMG)
170° 14 kt · 9.7 km · Scattered (SCT) 4000ft
18:00Z → Tomorrow 08:00Z
VFR
[07007KT 9999 SCT040]
70° 7 kt · 9.7 km · Scattered (SCT) 4000ft
METAR LIEA 181920Z 05002KT CAVOK 19/17 Q1017 TAF LIEA 181700Z 1818/1918 07007KT 9999 SCT040 BECMG 1908/1910 17014KT
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Pilot Comments for LIEA
Stefan
PPR required but easily to obtain via ops@sogeaal.it, which is the airport operator and handler (handling mandatory). Easy approach, mostly not too much traffic. Parking position is assigned by tower and marshaller will guide you in, place chocks and tie down the airplane. Handler will drive you to the passenger terminal where you can exit.
For departure, go to the main security check in the passenger terminal and state that you are crew for general aviation. They will then call the handler to pick you up. Easy and fast security check through fast lane, then a stop in the handler's office to pay the fees before they drive you back to the aircraft. Be aware, if you want to refuel, that commercial flights have priority and that you might need to wait long for a fuel truck to be free, especially during the peak times with 3+ airliners landing shortly after each other. Fuel is paid directly with the refueler via WFS card or Credit Card. A marshaller is required on position for pushback/taxi out and tower will not grant you engine start/push-back/taxi before the handler has given his okay.
All in all, probably the cheapest IFR option on Sardinia and a pretty smooth experience, but still not very cheap. The fees invoiced do not 100% match the fees published on their website. It seems that some items were cheaper and some items more expensive than published. I guess it depends on the person present that day which is preparing the invoice.
Fees DA40NG, Parking 67 hours (incl. 2hrs free):
- Basic Handling = 17,04€
- 2x Car-Shuttle à 6,71€ = 13,42€
- Airport Fees = Takeoff/Landing fee 19,04€, Parking fee 110,88€
- Invoice fee = 2€
--> TOTAL: 162,38€
AirfieldBot
LIEA (Alghero) requires PPR, which is easily obtained by email to ops@sogeaal.it, typically with a prompt response. Both VFR and IFR operations are supported, with ILS and LNAV/VNAV approaches available on the 3000m runway. Handling is mandatory. Procedures on arrival and departure can be time-consuming, with possible delays for handlers and payment processing; walking through the terminal and security is standard, and handlers may take 15–20 minutes to arrive. Startup clearance requires a handler to be present for pushback and radio confirmation before tower clearance.
Fees vary significantly: examples include about €60 for 3 nights parking and handling, about €100 for landing plus a week of parking, about €120 for landing plus a week of parking, about €250 for handling and 6 days parking, and about €300 for 3 nights including handling. Handling is generally described as not expensive relative to airport size, but can be higher depending on circumstances.
No Avgas is available at LIEA; nearest Avgas is in Figari or Bastia. Jet-A1 is available but may be expensive. Car rentals from major companies are widely available at the terminal; online booking is recommended for better rates. Ground transport by car is common; walking distances within the airport are short but passengers are typically transported by car (often a small Fiat Panda) between terminal and aircraft.
Security checks require pilot license presentation; expect thorough document checks on departure. No routine customs or passport control for Schengen flights has been noted. The approach frequency is shared with Olbia, which can make radio contact challenging during busy periods; see AIP/NOTAM for procedural details.
Alghero itself offers attractive beaches and a scenic old town nearby. Facilities such as accommodation and tourist information are available in the terminal. Overall, LIEA is suitable for non-commercial GA flights but expect variable ground handling efficiency and fee levels.