Aachen-Merzbrück Airport (AAH)

Aachen, DE 🇩🇪 Small Airport

ICAO

EDKA

IATA

AAH

Elevation

623 ft

Region

DE-NW

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: EDKA

Local Code: Not available

Location: 50.823055° N, 6.186389° E

Continent: EU

Type: Small Airport

Keywords: EDCM ETBA Flugplatz Aachen Merzbrück Segelflug Aachen Motorflug Aachen

Terminal Information Not Available
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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

Aachen-Merzbrück Airport (EDKA (AAH)) generally receives positive traveler sentiment, often described as a pleasant and charming regional airport. Visitors appreciate its intimate atmosphere and suitability for general aviation and scenic flights.

What Travelers Love

Pleasant Atmosphere & Good Amenities: The airport is consistently praised for its pleasant environment and good amenities, including a well-regarded restaurant.
Restaurant Albatros: The on-site Albatros restaurant receives high marks for its delicious food and friendly staff.
Accessibility & Parking: The airport is easily accessible by car directly via Autobahn 44 and offers various parking options, including secure lots with shuttle services that are generally reviewed positively for ease and efficiency.
Scenic Flights & General Aviation: It's a popular spot for sightseeing flights offering beautiful views of Aachen and the surrounding landscapes, with friendly pilots contributing to memorable experiences. It also features a long runway and charging stations for electric airplanes, making it attractive for aviation enthusiasts.

Common Complaints

Noise Pollution: Some concerns have been raised regarding noise pollution from flight operations impacting local residents.
Limited Customs Services: As a small regional airport, Aachen-Merzbrück Airport does not offer full customs services or act as an Airport of Entry. Travelers should be aware that it primarily serves domestic and a few international routes that may not require full customs clearance at this location.
Taxiway Design: One pilot noted the lack of a paved parallel taxiway, requiring aircraft to either backtrack on the runway or use a soft taxiway.

Overall, Aachen-Merzbrück Airport is highly recommended for those seeking a smaller, efficient airport experience, particularly for general aviation and leisure flights, with convenient access and pleasant facilities. Security wait times are typically around 29-31 minutes, and immigration around 8 minutes.

Generated 5 days ago

This summary is automatically generated by AI based on web research of traveler reviews and experiences. AI-generated content may not always be 100% accurate.

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Airport Routes

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For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`07/25`	3805 ft	59 ft	Asphalt	Active

Type	Description	Frequency
AFIS	Langen Information	`125.525 MHz`
AFIS	Langen Information	`129.875 MHz`
Info	Aachen Radio	`122.88 MHz`

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency

Ground Transportation

Ground Transportation Information

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Taxis

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Public Transportation

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