
International hub · Glasgow, United Kingdom
Glasgow Prestwick
- Elevation
- 65 ft
- Coordinates
- 55°30′N 4°35′W
- Local time
- Europe/London
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Field information
EGPK runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Glasgow Prestwick (EGPK/PIK) has 2 runways; the longest, 12/30, is 9,800 ft (2,987 m) of asphalt/concrete. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 7. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at EGPK, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Europe/London
Country
United Kingdom
GB
Municipality
Prestwick, South Ayrshire
Elevation
65 ft
Position
55.5015, -4.5772
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 7
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · EGPK
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30 | 9,800 ft (2,987 m) | 148 ft | asphalt/concrete | Lighted |
| 02/20 | 6,253 ft (1,906 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at EGPK.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Glasgow Prestwick (EGPK / PIK) in Glasgow, United Kingdom, through one 24/7 OCC desk. EGPK is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at EGPK
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – United Kingdom
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of United Kingdom. Applicable permit lead times for United Kingdom are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for United Kingdom are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at EGPK
Direct FBO and handler coordination at EGPK covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at EGPK
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at EGPK is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to EGPK
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for EGPK: 55° 30′ 5″ N 4° 34′ 38″ W; elevation 65 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Glasgow
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Glasgow. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at EGPK.
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Cargo Operations at EGPK
Support for freighter operations into EGPK covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where EGPK sits in the network
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Operating into EGPK?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Glasgow Prestwick — one desk for the whole trip.