Location of Waterford Aero Club...
Waterford Aero Club is conveniently located at Waterford Airport - approximately 8 km from the city centre and 10 km from the beautiful Tramore Bay. To the right is an aerial photo of the airport region. Waterford Aero Club has become easier to access due to the new airport road. This road has been open since July 2008.
Coming from Cork (West)
Take the 3rd exit at the Butlerstown Roundabout when entering Waterford. Take the second exit straight at the next 4 roundabouts. When you reach the Airport Road Roundabout, take the 3rd exit right onto the Airport Road. Continue straight untill you come to the Whittles Cross Roundabout. Take the second exit straight and the airport is 2 miles ahead.
Coming from Dublin (North & East)
Cross over the Bridge upon arrival to Waterford City. Take the left turn immediately after the bridge. When you reach the end of the quays the road veers right. Follow the road signposted to Cork. Continue straight past the Waterford Crystal and the Waterford Institute of Technology. Aproximately 2 miles out you will reach the Butlerstown Roundabout. Take the 2nd exit left at the roundabout and pass the next 4 roundabouts until you reach the Airport Rd Roundabout. Continue straight until you come to the Whittles Cross Roundabout. Take the second exit straight and the airport is 2 miles ahead.
Flying In?
Please use this information as a guide only. Please check NOTAMS for lastest information.Are you planning a trip to the Aero Club? You can register your aircraft for parking at the Club using this form. After clicking submit, you will be automatically redirected to the home page. Note that this does not constitute "PPR" and that a standard flight plan must be submitted as per regulations - Waterford Airport is a Class C designated airport. PPR is required to fly within the surrounding CTR.
Airport contact detailsTelephone: +353-51-846600
Admin.fax: +353-51-877809
Operations fax: +353-51-875623
Operations SITA: WATOPXH
ATC fax: +353-51-871701
Operational Hours
- Summer: Daily except Sat. 0615-2130 UTC, Sat. 0630-2000 UTC
- Winter: Daily except Sat. 0715-2230 UTC, Sat. 0730-2100 UTC
Waterford Airport is available on request outside the published hours.
Operators must request permission at least 24 hours in advance of the intended movement.
Permission should be sought from the Airport Operations Duty Supervisor.
Air Traffic Services (ATC & AFIS) operate as airport hours.
Aeronautical Briefing is available from ARO Shannon +353-61-703750.
Customs and immigration
24 hours prior notice required for flights outside the EU.
Location and technical details
Airport Reference Point (ARP): 521113.92 North 0070513.07 West
Elevation and reference temperature: 119 ft / 18.0 C (July)
Apron surface and strength: Concrete/ PCN 19/F/C/Y/T
Taxiway width, surface and strength: 15 metres/asphalt/ PCN 19/F/C/Y/T
| Runway Designator | TORA (M) | TODA (M) | ASDA (M) | LDA (M) | Remarks |
| 03 | 1433 | 1433 | 1433 | 1343 | THR 03 DISPLACED 90 M |
| 21 | 1433 | 1433 | 1433 | 1290 | THR 21 DISPLACED 143 M |
Handling services and facilities
Fuel and oil types available: Jet A1 and avgas provided by airport operations hours as aerodrome.
Hangar space available for visiting aircraft: Llimited - contact airport operations for further information.
De-icing: Nil
Repair facilities: Shamrock Aviation, +353-51-872809
Airport rescue and fire fighting services
ICAO Aerodrome category for rescue services: Cat.2. Cat.6 available with 24 prior notice to airport operations.
Meteorological Information
Associated Met.Office: Met Eireann, Shannon Airport.
Forecasts: Local Area Forecasts (LAF) are provided by Met Eireann. They are issued every 3 hours and are valid for 9 hours. Contact Airport Operations.
Landing information: Metars every 30 mins.
Automatic weather station: VHF 121.150 Mhz, 24 hour service, telephone +353-51-877000
Additional information: Met Eireann Shannon Airport +353-61712950
Airport Aeronautical Charts
Charts are provided for information purposes only. Please obtain offical charts for the flight and check current NOTAMs for availability. Click any of the following charts to download them.
