Foula Airfield (FOA)

Foula, GB 🇬🇧 Small Airport Scheduled Service

ICAO

GB-FOA

IATA

FOA

Elevation

150 ft

Region

GB-SCT

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Airport Information

GPS Code: Not available

Local Code: Not available

Location: 60.121725° N, -2.053202° E

Continent: EU

Type: Small Airport

Keywords: EGFO EG42

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For Pilots

Designation Length Width Surface Status
18/36 1252 ft - ft Unknown Active

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Ground Transportation

Last updated: Jul 23, 2025
Taxis

There are no formal taxi services on the remote island of Foula. Transportation from the airfield must be pre-arranged. It is essential to contact your accommodation provider or a local host before you travel to organize a lift.

Rental Cars

There are no car rental companies at Foula Airfield or on the island. The island is extremely small with a very limited road network, and walking is the primary way to explore. Any private vehicle arrangement would need to be made directly with a local resident far in advance.

Public Transportation

There is no public transportation system (such as buses or trains) on the island of Foula. Given the island's small size, all locations are reached on foot.

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~104 km away
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RNAS HMS Tern Air Base
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~134 km away
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~136 km away
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Closed Airport
~139 km away
Distances are approximate and calculated as straight-line distances.

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Approach Photo Posted by prattsoplenty on September 25, 2010

Interesting photo of the airport.
http://www.airliners.net/photo//1784454/M/