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Carlisle Airport

Carlisle Airport (EGNC/CAX) serves Carlisle, United Kingdom. This is a mid-sized airport with 3 runways (01/19, 06/24). Field elevation is 190 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 3/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 0/2
Additional Info 5/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: EGNC
  • Name: Carlisle Airport
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: Uncategorized
  • Latitude: 54.9375
  • Longitude: -2.80917
  • Elevation: 190 ft
  • Country: United Kingdom
  • Municipality: Carlisle
  • IATA Code: CAX
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: N/A
  • Distance from City: N/A km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: No

Runways

Runway 01/19

  • Designation: 01/19
  • Dimensions: 885x23m
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Not lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 06/24

  • Designation: 06/24
  • Dimensions: 1829x30m
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 13/31

  • Designation: 13/31
  • Dimensions: 1237x46m
  • Surface: U
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Not lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 123.600 MHz
  • Ground: N/A
  • Operations: 123.600 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: 123.600 MHz
  • ATIS: 118.425 MHz

Operation Hours

  • Open: N/A
  • Close: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: N/A
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: Yes
  • PPR Contact: Carlisle Airport Operations; PPR for all aircraft.
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: GBP 15-40 based on MTOW
  • Parking Fee: GBP 10-25 per 24h
  • Handling Mandatory: No
  • Currency: GBP
  • Remarks: Carlisle Lake District Airport. Reopened for commercial flights. Stobart Group operated.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Available during operating hours. Advance notice for large uplifts.
  • Fuel Type: 100LL
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Available for GA aircraft.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: Yes
  • Remarks: UK border. GAR required. Customs available by prior arrangement for international flights.

Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: No formal curfew. Runway 07/25, 1829m. Check NOTAM for current status and hours.

Airport Services

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United Kingdom Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d
  • Overflight Permit: No
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: N/A
  • Landing Lead Time: 3 working days (ad hoc charter); 5 working days (experimental/non-standard); longer for first-time applicants
Private / GA Operations:

Private flights generally exempt from permit requirements. PPR may be needed at some airports.

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at EGNC?
The tower frequency at Carlisle Airport is 123.6 MHz.
What fuel is available at EGNC?
Carlisle Airport offers Jet A-1, 100LL.
Does EGNC require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Carlisle Airport (United Kingdom).
Does EGNC require slots or PPR?
PPR is required at Carlisle Airport.