EPKK - Kraków - Balice
Aerodrome general information
Aerodrome general information
| ARP | Localization | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| 50° 04' 40'' N 019° 47' 05'' E | 5.9 NM west from city centre | 791 ft |
Aerodrome category for firefighting: CAT 8 ICAO
Runway characteristics
| Designations | True bearing | Magnetic bearing | Runway dimensions (m) | SWY dimensions (m) | Strip dimensions (m) | RESA (m) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 | 078° | 072° | 2550 x 60 | NIL | 2670 x 300 | 180 x 120 |
| 25 | 258° | 252° | 2550 x 60 | NIL | 2670 x 300 | 160 x 120 |
Declared distances
| Runway | TORA (m) | TODA (m) | ASDA (m) | LDA (m) | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 | 2312 | 2312 | 2550 | 2550 | NIL |
| 25 | 2550 | 2610 | 2550 | 2312 | DTHR: 238 m |
Air traffic services airspace
| Airspace designations | Vertical limits | Airspace classification | ATS unit | Transition altitude |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KRAKÓW/Balice CTR | GND - 2300 ft | D | KRAKÓW TOWER (123.255 MHz) | 6500 ft |
Radio navigation and landing aids
| Type | ID | Frequency/channel |
|---|---|---|
| DME 25 | KRW | CH 40X |
| DVOR/DME | KAK | 112.800 MHz / CH 75X |
| ILS GP 25 | - | 335.000 MHz |
| ILS LOC 25 | KRW | 110.300 MHz |
Local aerodrome regulations
Initial climb in EPKK is 6000 ft and the value is published on the charts. Information about it does not have to be issued with departure clearance, but it is highly recommended, especially for newbie pilots.
Kraków TWR controller does not require clearance from APP Kraków for takeoff permission (the “departure release” is not required).
Visual approaches are prohibited at the aerodrome between 2100-0500 (2000-0400) UTC*.
*times indicated in parentheses refer to the central european summer time.
Datalink clearance
In addition to clearances issued via radio, ATS has an option to issue ATC clearance via Datalink Departure Clearance (DCL). Departure Clearance Request (RCD) should be initiated:
- no earlier than 30 minutes prior to EOBT or CTOT (if CTOT is assigned),
- no later than 5 minutes prior to EOBT or CTOT (if CTOT is assigned).
After initiating the datalink process, cews shall continously monitor frequency given in ATIS in the data exchange process in case of any changes.
ATC clearance can be issued by ATC via radio even after initiating the Departure Clearance Request (RCD) via datalink.
Ground movement procedures
Delivery controller may, after coordination with Ground controller, issue a startup clearance for aircraft on stands, which do not require push-back.
TWY E not available for aircraft due to lack of edge lights and bad condition of surface.
De-icing for code letter A, B and C ACFT is designated on stands 22 and 26-30. For code letter D and E ACFT de-ice is possible on TWY W1.
| TWY | RESTRICTION | REMARKS |
|---|---|---|
| T, S | 36 m | NIL |
| Z4, Z5, Z6 | 52 m | NIL |
Engine tests are allowed only on TWY B.
Stands 24L, 24, 24R, 25L, 25, 25R are available for skid-based helicopters.
Between 2100-0500 (2000-0400) UTC* engine tests are completely prohibited at the aerodrome.
*times indicated in parentheses refer to the central european summer time.
Aircraft DE-ICING
De-icing of aircraft ICAO Code A, B and C is designated on stands 22 and 26-30. De-icinf of aircraft ICAO Code D and E is possible on TWY W1.
Crews requiring de-icing, should report that request prior to startup or pushback clearance.
VFR traffic
VFR traffic during transit through CTR Kraków or performing aerodrome circuits should fly at a constant transit altitude of 2000 ft.
During periods of high air traffic intensity, an aircraft operating under VFR may, if necessary, be instructed to hold according to the appropriate procedure over the following points:
- point KILO – arrival from SIERRA. Holding on the south side of KILO.
- point ZULU – arrival from INDIA or OSCAR. Holding on the north side of ZULU.
Arrivals/departures to/from KRAKÓW/Balice aerodrome from the south are possible only via SIERRA and KILO points.
Holding procedure over KILO point shall be performed to the west of the point, without crossing the motorway running east of the KILO point.
At EPKK radar service is provided for airborne traffic. Traffic is controlled according to PANS-ATM 4444 Chapter 8
Low Visibility Procedures (LVP)
LVP operations will be commenced when any of the RVR falls below 550 m and/or the cloud ceiling falls below 200 ft. Pilots are informed about LVP being in operation via ATIS or by radio, with use of following phraseology: “Low visibility procedures in operation.” LVP will be terminated when all RVRs increase to 550 m or above and ceiling rises above 200 ft and a continuing improvement is anticipated.
| Phase | RVR | Cloud ceiling or VV |
|---|---|---|
| Preparation | ≤ 800 m | ≤ 300 ft (90m) |
| LVP | < 550 m | < 200 ft (60m) |
| Suspension | ≥ 550 m | ≥ 200 ft (60m)* |
*continuing improvement is anticipated
Operation of code F aircraft is not permitted during LVP. Runway vacation can be conducted only via the TWY A or TWY F.
During LVP the following elements of the aerodrome maneuvering area are available:
- RWY 07/25,
- TWY: A, W1-3, Z1-6, B1-6, F, G, S, T.
Landing clearance must be issued not later than 2 NM from runway threshold.
Take-offs, landings and movement of skid-based helicopters on the movement area are not permitted.
Minimum RVR for departure is 350 m.
Minimums for landing depends on the approach type chosen by PIC. After vacating the runway, pilot is obliged to report it to TWR controller.
| Operation | RVR |
|---|---|
| Departure | ≥ 350 m |
| Arrival | NIL |