Kulmbach Airfield

Kulmbach, DE 🇩🇪 Small Airport

ICAO

EDQK

IATA

-

Elevation

1660 ft

Region

DE-BY

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Airport Information

GPS Code: EDQK

Local Code: Not available

Location: 50.134921° N, 11.459069° E

Continent: Europe

Type: Small Airport

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Online Reviews Summary

Travelers, primarily pilots and those involved in flying activities, generally express positive sentiment regarding their experiences at Kulmbach Airfield (EDQK). It is highly regarded as an excellent airport for general aviation, known for its friendly atmosphere and good services for private aircraft users.

What Travelers Love
  • Friendly and Helpful Staff: Many visitors commend the very friendly and helpful people at the airfield.
  • Excellent for General Aviation: The airfield is considered an excellent airport for General Aviation, accommodating motor, glider, motor glider, and ultralight aircraft.
  • Good Gliding Opportunities: Its geographic location makes it an excellent starting point for glider pilots to access various surrounding mountain ranges, including the Frankenwald, ThĂĽringer Wald, Fichtelgebirge, and Fränkische Alb.
  • Camping Facilities with Amenities: For those participating in "fliegercamps" (flying camps), there are camping facilities offering independent electricity and water connections, as well as new sanitary containers with warm/cold showers and toilets for both men and women.
  • Fuel Availability: Avgas 100 LL and Mogas are available for refueling aircraft.
Common Complaints
  • Limited Public Transport to City: A walk to the city center of Kulmbach takes around 45-50 minutes, and a taxi costs approximately €18.00, suggesting limited direct public transportation options.
  • No Customs or Immigration: As a small general aviation airfield, Kulmbach Airfield does not have customs or immigration services.
  • No Commercial Passenger Facilities: The airfield primarily serves private and recreational flying, so traditional commercial terminal facilities, security checkpoints, and extensive shopping/dining options are not present.

Kulmbach Airfield (EDQK) stands out as a welcoming and well-equipped hub for private pilots and flying enthusiasts, offering good facilities for general aviation and flying camps. While lacking commercial airport amenities, its strengths lie in its friendly service and ideal location for diverse flying activities.

Last updated: 56 days ago

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Designation Length Width Surface Status
09/27 2340 ft 160 ft ASPH Active

Type Description Frequency
AFIS Langen Information 125.8 MHz
INFO KULMBACH RADIO 118.53 MHz

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