What is the tower frequency at EGPF?

The tower frequency at Glasgow is 118.805 MHz.

Does EGPF require landing permits?

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

Where is EGPF located?

Glasgow (EGPF) is located in Glasgow, United Kingdom.

What is the IATA code for EGPF?

The IATA code for Glasgow is GLA.

How long is the runway at EGPF?

The main runway at Glasgow (05/23) measures 8743 X 151.

Does EGPF have an ILS approach?

Yes, Glasgow has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 05/23.

Is EGPF a port of entry?

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

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Glasgow (EGPF/GLA) — Glasgow, United Kingdom

Glasgow (EGPF/GLA) serves Glasgow, United Kingdom. This is a major international airport with 2 runways (05/23, 09/27). Field elevation is 26 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 4/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 1/2

Additional Info 8/10

Observed Activity · Jul 23

98 aircraft observed within 6 NM · 84 on the ground · busiest hour 16:00Z

2026-07-182026-07-23

Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals

Data last updated: 2026-04-02

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: EGPF
Name: Glasgow
Type: large_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 55.871899
Longitude: -4.43306
Elevation: 26 ft
Country: United Kingdom
Municipality: Glasgow
IATA Code: GLA
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Europe/London
Distance from City: 11.5 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 05/23

Designation: 05/23
Dimensions: 8743 X 151
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

Runway 09/27

Designation: 09/27
Dimensions: 3622 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: 118.805 MHz
Ground: 121.705 MHz
Operations: 119.100 MHz
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 129.575 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.glasgowairport.com/
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

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

Fees

Landing Fee: £8.50-£12.00 per tonne MTOW, minimum charge £85
Parking Fee: £0.50-£1.20 per tonne MTOW per hour; first 2 hours may be free
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: GBP
Remarks: Noise surcharges may apply for Chapter 3 aircraft. VAT at 20% applicable on all fees.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: 24-hour availability. Multiple suppliers. Volume discounts available for uplift over 5,000 liters.

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

EGPK

ICAO: EGPK
Name: Prestwick
Distance (NM): 22.8
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.

EGPH

ICAO: EGPH
Name: Edinburgh
Distance (NM): 36.0
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.

EGAC

ICAO: EGAC
Name: Belfast City
Distance (NM): 90.0
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.

EGAA

ICAO: EGAA
Name: Aldergrove
Distance (NM): 95.1
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

J1680/26 info

Temporary restricted area

RESTRICTED AREA (TEMPORARY) INSTALLED FOR UAS ONLY (SCOTSTOUN STADIUM, GLASGOW) AREA B. WI 1NM RADIUS OF PSN 555255N 0042032W. DOES NOT APPLY TO ANY UAS FLYING IN ACCORDANCE WITH EXCEPTIONS STATED IN THE BRIEFING SHEET. A BRIEFING SHEET BFS 061/2026, WITH CHART REFERS. FURTHER DETAILS WWW.NATS.A…

2026-07-27 06:00:00 2026-08-01 22:00:00

I4018/26 warning

Aerodrome restriction

LOCAL AERODROME REGULATIONS - USE OF RUNWAYS LINK TWY RESTRICTION (CODE A-E) REMOVE 'ONLY AIRCRAFT UP TO 30,000 KG MTWA CAN EXIT OR ENTER RWY 05/23 VIA C1.' UK AIP EGPF AD 2.20-6-C-III REFERS.

2026-06-12 10:58:00 Until further notice

I3991/26 caution

VOR out of service

VOR PTH/PERTH 110.40 VOR U/S

2026-08-19 09:30:00 2026-08-19 15:00:00

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Nearby Airports

EGPG Cumbernauld Airport 17 NM EGPK Prestwick 23 NM EGKT RAF Kirknewton Air Base 35 NM EGPH Edinburgh 36 NM EGPJ Fife Airport 45 NM EGEJ Gigha Airfield 47 NM EGEO Oban Airport 48 NM EGPT Perth/Scone Airport 49 NM

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Airport History

Discover the key milestones and historical events that shaped Glasgow. Our community-powered timeline traces this airport's journey from its origins to the present day.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at EGPF?: The tower frequency at Glasgow is 118.805 MHz.
What fuel is available at EGPF?: Glasgow offers Jet A-1.
Does EGPF require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Glasgow (United Kingdom).
Where is EGPF located?: Glasgow (EGPF) is located in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
What is the IATA code for EGPF?: The IATA code for Glasgow is GLA.
How long is the runway at EGPF?: The main runway at Glasgow (05/23) measures 8743 X 151.
Does EGPF have an ILS approach?: Yes, Glasgow has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 05/23.
Is EGPF a port of entry?: Yes, Glasgow is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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