Barra Airport

EGPR / BRR

Eoligarry, GB

Last Updated
Mar 4, 07:20Z

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Weather Source: Benbecula Airport (EGPL)
Distance: 28nm / 51km from EGPR

Current Weather

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Fresh 16 min ago
07:20Z

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VFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
17 kt
170°
10+ km
Visibility
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Raw METAR

METAR EGPL 040720Z 17017KT 9999 FEW012 SCT035 07/04 Q1017

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 5 ft
FEW 1,200 ft AGL
SCT 3,500 ft AGL
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FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,205 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,505 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF AMD EGPL 040629Z 0406/0415 18013KT 9999 SCT020 TEMPO 0406/0415 19016G26KT PROB40 TEMPO 0406/0413 BKN012
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07:35Z BASE
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VFR 180° 13 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GPR
07
25 ✈️
11
29 ✈️
15
33 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
2,621 ft 197 ft SAND, TIDAL
3.0 kt 16.7 kt
80° angle
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
2,231 ft 151 ft SAND, TIDAL
8.5 kt 14.7 kt
120° angle
✈️ 15/33
Active: 33
2,776 ft 151 ft SAND, TIDAL
16.0 kt 5.8 kt
160° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Barra Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGPR
IATA Code: BRR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5 ft MSL

Location

City: Eoligarry
Country: GB
Latitude: 57.022800°
Longitude: -7.443060°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 2,621 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: SAND, TIDAL
ILS: No
Runway 11/29
Length: 2,231 ft
Width: 151 ft
Surface: SAND, TIDAL
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 2,776 ft
Width: 151 ft
Surface: SAND, TIDAL
ILS: No

About Barra Airport

Overview

Barra Airport serves the Isle of Barra in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland, providing critical transportation infrastructure for this remote island community. Located at 57.022800, -7.443060 with an elevation of just 5 ft MSL, the airport provides essential connectivity for residents and visitors to this western Scottish island.

Flying Conditions

The airport's three sand runways are significantly impacted by tidal conditions, making them unique among global airport environments. With runway lengths ranging from 2231 to 2776 feet, pilots must carefully monitor local tidal charts and current coastal weather conditions when planning operations.

Notable Features

Barra Airport is renowned for its unconventional beach runways (07/25, 11/29, and 15/33), which are directly impacted by ocean tides and coastal dynamics. The sand surfaces and low elevation require pilots to have specialized knowledge of maritime airport operations and heightened situational awareness during approach and landing.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should expect variable runway conditions due to the tidal nature of the airport's surfaces, with potential significant changes between high and low tide periods. The multiple runway orientations (07/25, 11/29, 15/33) provide operational flexibility, allowing selection based on prevailing wind conditions and current tidal state.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.