Campbeltown Airport

EGEC / CAL

Campbeltown, GB

Last Updated
Jun 10, 13:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 17 min ago
13:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
12 kt
260°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGEC 101320Z 26012KT 9999 FEW025 13/09 Q1013

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 42 ft
FEW 2,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,542 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Campbeltown Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (260°) at 12 knots. Runway 29 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 21:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EGEC 101057Z 1012/1021 26012KT 9999 FEW015 PROB40 TEMPO 1012/1021 7000 SHRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:37Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GEC
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
4,633 ft 98 ft ASP 106°
10.4 kt 6.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EGEC

3,628 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.7%
MVFR
24.6%
IFR
6.4%
LIFR
1.3%

Campbeltown Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 13 knots, with gusts recorded up to 38 knots. Temperatures typically range between -3°C and 23°C with an average of 9.7°C. The best months for VFR flying are May, April, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 13 kt
Maximum Recorded: 38 kt
Calm Winds: 2.3%
Direction Distribution:
E
22.2%
N
3.6%
S
20.5%
W
14.7%
NE
0.8%
NW
10%
SE
14.8%
SW
11%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.7°C
Range: -3°C to 23°C
-3°C 23°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

May April March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.8 kt

Statistics computed from 3,628 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Campbeltown Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGEC
IATA Code: CAL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 42 ft MSL

Location

City: Campbeltown
Country: GB
Latitude: 55.437199°
Longitude: -5.686390°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 4,633 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Campbeltown Airport

Overview

Campbeltown Airport serves the Kintyre peninsula in western Scotland, providing critical transportation infrastructure for this remote region. Located at an elevation of 42 feet MSL, the airport supports medium-sized aircraft operations and serves regional transportation needs for the Argyll and Bute area.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Campbeltown Airport demonstrate predominantly favorable VFR flying conditions, with 63.3% of observed periods in visual flight rules. The airport experiences prevailing southerly winds averaging 12.1 knots, with temperatures ranging from -2°C to 20°C and excellent average visibility of 10 statute miles. December, September, and January present the most consistently good VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The single runway 11/29 measures 4,633 feet in asphalt surface, oriented to maximize wind alignment with the prevailing southerly winds. The airport's geographic location on the west coast of Scotland means terrain and maritime influences can create dynamic local weather patterns. Wind data indicates a 100% favorable wind condition for runway 11/29, with an average crosswind component of 6.7 knots.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate southerly wind conditions when planning approaches, with a maximum recorded wind speed of 38 knots. The airport experiences calm conditions only 4.3% of the time, suggesting consistent wind activity. Given the runway's orientation and wind statistics, approaches from both 11 and 29 directions are typically manageable with standard techniques.

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.