Runway 15 at EGPB
Runway 15/33 at Sumburgh Airport (EGPB) in Lerwick is a 4,672 ft, lighted, asphalt runway oriented 144°/324°. The runway is 141 ft wide, with a 614 ft displaced threshold on the 15 end. SkyMeter has observed 0 landings and 1 departures on this runway over the last 30 days.
Runway 15/33 at Sumburgh Airport (EGPB) in Lerwick is a 4,672 ft, lighted, asphalt runway oriented 144°/324°. The runway is 141 ft wide, with a 614 ft displaced threshold on the 15 end. SkyMeter has observed 0 landings and 1 departures on this runway over the last 30 days.
Runway at a Glance
Limited Traffic Observed
SkyMeter has observed very few flights using Runway 15 in the last 30 days. Statistical breakdowns (go-around rate, crosswind averages) need more observations to be meaningful.
Prevailing Wind & Gust History
Over the past 365 days, winds at EGPB have prevailed from the west-southwest (240°), accounting for roughly 12% of windy observations. Average wind speed sits at 12.7 kt with peak gusts to 61 kt. Strong winds (≥20 kt) occur on about 18% of observations — pilots flying into runway 15 should plan for occasional gusty conditions.
Approach Types and Categories
Aircraft approach runways using different procedures based on weather conditions, visibility, and available navigation equipment. An Instrument Landing System (ILS) approach provides precision horizontal and vertical guidance using ground-based radio signals, enabling aircraft to land in low visibility conditions. Visual approaches require pilots to maintain visual contact with the runway and surrounding terrain, typically used during clear weather. Area Navigation (RNAV) approaches use GPS technology to guide aircraft along specific flight paths.
Approach Categories Explained
Category (CAT) classifications define minimum visibility and decision height requirements for instrument approaches. Higher categories enable operations in lower visibility conditions.
Wind and Environmental Factors
Wind conditions directly impact runway operations, influencing approach difficulty, landing performance, and runway selection. Runway 15 benefits from favorable wind alignment, with prevailing winds creating minimal crosswind components for most operations. Average wind speeds of 12 knots pose no operational constraints for commercial aircraft.
24-Hour Wind Pattern
Wind patterns show typical diurnal variation with stronger winds during midday hours.