Chaira Airfield

Baños de Molgas, ES 🇪🇸 Small Airport

ICAO

ES-0011

IATA

-

Elevation

1946 ft

Region

ES-GA

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Airport Information

GPS Code: Not available

Local Code: Not available

Location: 42.23282° N, -7.6448° E

Continent: EU

Type: Small Airport

Terminal Information Not Available
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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

Chaira Airfield (ES-0011) in Baños de Molgas, ES, is a small airfield primarily used for general aviation and private flights, rather than a commercial airport serving regular passengers. As such, there are no traditional traveler reviews or experiences detailing overall sentiment, terminal facilities, security, or customs for commercial air travel. Information available focuses on pilot experiences and the technical aspects of the airstrip.

What Pilots Note (not general travelers):

  • Challenging Runway: The airfield has a short and sloped runway (15/33), requiring pilots to be highly precise during approach and takeoff. Pilots emphasize the need to adjust well to the runway threshold.
  • Local Amenities for Pilots: Pilots have noted good dining options nearby, specifically mentioning "El Foxos" (good product, slightly pricier) and "El Casas" (more familiar and economical) for their chuletones. A hotel in Baños is also mentioned as a good and affordable option for overnight stays.
  • No-Fly Zones: Pilots are advised not to overfly the towns of Maceda, Baños de Molgas, and the Sanctuary of Miracles.

Common "Complaints" (from a pilot's perspective, not passenger):

  • Difficult Landings/Takeoffs: The slope and short length of the runway mean it's "not a runway to get lost on," and takeoffs "against the slope" require extra caution to avoid using up too much runway.

Chaira Airfield (ES-0011) is understood to be a small, purpose-built airfield without an ICAO code, primarily used by private aviators. Therefore, information regarding commercial traveler amenities, security, and transportation connections for the general public is not available, as it does not operate as a commercial passenger airport.

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