Retzer Land Heliport

While no single official reason has been published, the closure was most likely due to economic factors or a cessation of the specific need for the facility. Small, private heliports like this often close when the owner/operator sells their aircraft, the associated business (such as a hotel or private company) no longer requires helicopter access, or the operational costs become unsustainable. There is no evidence to suggest closure was due to an accident, military conversion, or regulatory action.

The site at coordinates 48.75447, 15.962132 is now an open, grassy field. Satellite imagery shows the area has reverted to a simple meadow, part of the landscape adjacent to the Hotel Althof Retz. All signs of its use as a heliport, such as markings or a distinct helipad, have disappeared. There is no remaining aviation infrastructure on the site.

The heliport's significance was primarily local and commercial. Its name, 'Retzer Land Heliport,' indicates its connection to the famous Retzer Land wine region. Its location, adjacent to the Hotel Althof Retz and the historic Retz windmill, suggests it was used for private and tourist operations. Operations likely included VIP transport for hotel guests and scenic sightseeing flights over the region's vineyards. The ICAO identifier AT-0005 signifies it was an officially registered landing site, but it was a minimal facility, likely consisting of just a designated grass landing pad with no significant infrastructure like hangars or fuel services.

There are no known official plans, proposals, or discussions regarding the reopening of the Retzer Land Heliport. Given that the site has fully reverted to a natural field and the original need for it has evidently passed, the prospect of it reopening is considered highly unlikely.