Меѓународен аеродром „скопје“ Lwsk Skopje International Airport (LWSK)
IFRKadino, Municipality of Ilinden, North Macedonia
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Operating times:
Open 24/7
Customs & Immigration:
Open 24/7
Runways
2 RWY, 2950m/9678ft 2 Runways, longest: 2950m/9678ft (paved)
Source: OpenAIP
Fuel Availability
AVGAS
Jet A1
AVGAS, Jet A1: Truck · H24
Restrictions apply
Source: OpenAIP data. Contact FBO for pricing.
No recent fuel prices – report here. Airfield/FBO? Consider using Aerops.
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↓ 16 kt
←R 9 kt
Wind
10° · 18 kt
Temperature
16°C
Dew point
5°C
Visibility
10km+
QNH
1016 hPa
Ceiling
9000 BKN
2-Hour Trend
No significant change expected
METAR: 34 mins · aviationweather.gov
| Rwy | Cross | Head |
|---|---|---|
| 34 | ←R 9 kt | 16 kt ↑ |
| 41 | ● →L 12 kt | 14 kt ↑ |
| 23 | ● ←R 12 kt | 14 kt ↓ |
| 16 | →L 9 kt | 16 kt ↓ |
21:00Z → Tomorrow 01:00Z
VFR
[01015KT 9999 BKN090]
10° 15 kt · 9.7 km · Broken (BKN) 9000ft
Tomorrow 01:00Z → Tomorrow 08:00Z
VFR
[BECMG 01015KT 9999 SCT040 BKN070]
Becoming (BECMG)
10° 15 kt · 9.7 km · Scattered (SCT) 4000ft · Broken (BKN) 7000ft
Tomorrow 08:00Z → Tomorrow 18:00Z
VFR
[BECMG 01015KT 9999 RA FEW015 BKN030 OVC050]
Becoming (BECMG)
10° 15 kt · 9.7 km · Rain (RA) · Few (FEW) 1500ft · Broken (BKN) 3000ft · Overcast (OVC) 5000ft
Tomorrow 08:00Z → Tomorrow 12:00Z
[TEMPO 01020G30KT]
Temporary (TEMPO)
10° 20 kt G30
Tomorrow 18:00Z → Tomorrow 21:00Z
VFR
[BECMG 01015KT 9999 NSW SCT040 SCT080]
Becoming (BECMG)
10° 15 kt · 9.7 km · No Significant Weather (NSW) · Scattered (SCT) 4000ft · Scattered (SCT) 8000ft
METAR LWSK 292020Z 01018KT 9999 BKN090 16/05 Q1016 NOSIG TAF LWSK 292025Z 2921/3021 01015KT 9999 BKN090 BECMG 3001/3003 SCT040 BKN070 BECMG 3008/3010 RA FEW015 BKN030 OVC050 TEMPO 3008/3012 01020G30KT BECMG 3018/3020 NSW SCT040 SCT080
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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.