What is the tower frequency at EGPB?

The tower frequency at Sumburgh is 118.25 MHz.

What fuel is available at EGPB?

Sumburgh offers Jet A-1, 100LL.

Does EGPB require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Sumburgh (United Kingdom).

Where is EGPB located?

Sumburgh (EGPB) is located in Sumburgh, United Kingdom.

What is the IATA code for EGPB?

The IATA code for Sumburgh is LSI.

How long is the runway at EGPB?

The main runway at Sumburgh (06H/24H) measures 1804 X 148.

Does EGPB have an ILS approach?

Yes, Sumburgh has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 09/27.

Is EGPB a port of entry?

Yes, Sumburgh is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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Sumburgh (EGPB/LSI) — Sumburgh, United Kingdom

Sumburgh (EGPB/LSI) serves Sumburgh, United Kingdom. This is a mid-sized airport with 3 runways (06H/24H, 09/27). Field elevation is 20 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Section Breakdown

Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 3/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 1/2

Additional Info 8/10

Data last updated: 2026-06-26

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: EGPB
Name: Sumburgh
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 59.878899
Longitude: -1.29556
Elevation: 20 ft
Country: United Kingdom
Municipality: Sumburgh
IATA Code: LSI
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Europe/London
Distance from City: 0.5 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 06H/24H

Designation: 06H/24H
Dimensions: 1804 X 148
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Runway 09/27

Designation: 09/27
Dimensions: 4921 X 151
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

Runway 15/33

Designation: 15/33
Dimensions: 4678 X 151
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

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Frequencies

Tower: 118.250 MHz
Ground: N/A
Operations: 131.300 MHz
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 125.850 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday N/A

Tuesday N/A

Wednesday N/A

Thursday N/A

Friday N/A

Saturday N/A

Sunday 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: http://www.hial.co.uk/sumburgh-airport.html
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: £6.00-£8.00 per tonne MTOW, minimum charge £40
Parking Fee: £0.30-£0.70 per tonne MTOW per hour
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: GBP
Remarks: VAT at 20% applicable on all fees.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Available during airport operating hours.

Fuel Type: 100LL
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Available for piston aircraft. May require advance notice at smaller airfields.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: Yes
Remarks: GAR (General Aviation Report) required for all international flights. eAPIS/API submission required. UK Border Force present at major airports; advance notification required for GA arrivals.

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: Minimum Chapter 3 compliance required. No formal curfew. Noise abatement procedures in effect.

Alternates

EGPA

ICAO: EGPA
Name: Kirkwall
Distance (NM): 74.0
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: GAR (General Aviation Report) required for all international flights. eAPIS/API submission required. UK Border Force present at major airports; advance notification required for GA arrivals.

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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Active NOTAMs

I4079/26 warning

No fuel available

AVGAS NOT AVBL

2026-06-15 14:32:00 2026-07-31 19:00:00

I5050/26 info

RVR RWY 09/27 NOT AVBL

2026-07-24 17:17:00 2026-10-22 19:00:00

I5017/26 info

SUMBURGH PRIMARY RADAR U/S DUE MAINT. NOTAM CANCELLED

2026-07-23 12:40:39 Until further notice

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Nearby Airports

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at EGPB?: The tower frequency at Sumburgh is 118.25 MHz.
What fuel is available at EGPB?: Sumburgh offers Jet A-1, 100LL.
Does EGPB require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Sumburgh (United Kingdom).
Where is EGPB located?: Sumburgh (EGPB) is located in Sumburgh, United Kingdom.
What is the IATA code for EGPB?: The IATA code for Sumburgh is LSI.
How long is the runway at EGPB?: The main runway at Sumburgh (06H/24H) measures 1804 X 148.
Does EGPB have an ILS approach?: Yes, Sumburgh has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 09/27.
Is EGPB a port of entry?: Yes, Sumburgh is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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