Меѓународен Аеродром „Скопје“ Lwsk Skopje International Airport (LWSK)
IFRKadino, Municipality of Ilinden, North Macedonia
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Operating times:
H24
Customs & Immigration:
H24
Runways
1 RWY, 2950m/9678ft 1 Runway, longest: 2950m/9678ft (paved)
Source: OpenAIP
16/34
Asphalt
Length
2950m
9678ft
9678ft
16/34
Asphalt
Length
2950m/9678ft
2950m/9678ft
Fuel Availability
AVGAS
Jet A1
AVGAS · Jet A1: Truck · H24
Source: OpenAIP data. Contact FBO for pricing.
No recent fuel prices – report here. Airfield/FBO? Consider using Aerops.
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↓ 14 kt
←R 8 kt
Wind
10° · 16 kt
Temperature
11°C
Dew point
5°C
Visibility
10km+
QNH
1019 hPa
Ceiling
9000 BKN
2-Hour Trend
No significant change expected
Cloud layers
5000
2500
0 ft
SCT 4500ft
METAR: 31 mins · aviationweather.gov
| Rwy | Cross | Head |
|---|---|---|
| 34 | ←R 8 kt | 14 kt ↑ |
| 16 | →L 8 kt | 14 kt ↓ |
15:00Z → Tomorrow 15:00Z
VFR
[36010KT 9999 SCT040 BKN080]
360° 10 kt · 9.7 km · Scattered (SCT) 4000ft · Broken (BKN) 8000ft
15:00Z → 18:00Z
[TEMPO 32018G30KT]
Temporary (TEMPO)
320° 18 kt G30
METAR LWSK 261550Z 01016KT 9999 SCT045 BKN090 11/05 Q1019 NOSIG TAF LWSK 261455Z 2615/2715 36010KT 9999 SCT040 BKN080 TEMPO 2615/2618 32018G30KT
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Pilot Comments for LWSK
Philipp
100LL still well under 2 euros per liter. But in summer there’s no chance of obtaining parking approval. The only way to visit the city and region then is to continue to Stenkovec LWSN, the city’s aeroclub field. See aeroklubskopje.mk. Obtain PPR well in advance via aeroklubsk@gmail.com; confirm that customs/immigration will be handled elsewhere. You will then be sent an approach chart. The grass runway is wide and long, but expect high density altitude. 100LL is also available on the field (and a maintenance facility, etc.), though probably not quite as cheap as at LWSK. From the field, take Uber or similar into the city.
AirfieldBot
LWSK requires prior permission for landing, with submission of aircraft documents (registration, airworthiness, insurance) to agramatikov@caa.gov.mk, rco.rco@mnavigation.mk, and slotcoordinationskp@tav.aero. A slot is also required but functions mainly as a planning tool; official tolerance is +/-20 minutes. ATC and ground handling are described as professional and helpful. IFR and VFR operations are both supported, but the airport is surrounded by high terrain, especially to the west; precise approach procedures are important, particularly for RWY 34.
Landing fees for aircraft up to 1.2 t MTOW are reported at about €110, payable by card. Other examples include landing and one night parking about €50–60. Handling fees may apply; technical landings (fuel stops) can receive a 50% handling discount, though training flight discounts may not always be granted. Example: landing and handling about €40–60.
Avgas 100LL and Jet-A1 are available; fuel must be paid in cash (€, £ or $ accepted), no cards. Avgas price examples range from €1.10 to €1.70 per liter. For fuel arrangements, contact katerina.velkova@makpetrol.com.mk.
No General Aviation Terminal exists; pilots should announce themselves at the information desk and proceed through standard controls using the term "Pilota" for expedited processing. Immigration lines can be long unless using crew credentials or attire.
Transport options include taxi (about €20–30 to city center) and shuttle bus (about 180 dinar), with hotels such as Stonebridge and Bushi Resort recommended by pilots. The city center is accessible in 7–15 minutes by car or taxi.
For official matters or slot coordination, use slotcoordinationskp@tav.aero or Tel.+389 02 3148305. Procedures vary; see AIP/NOTAM. LWSK is generally suitable for non-commercial GA flights seeking a professional stopover with available Avgas and straightforward permit process.