Runways
3 RWY, 3815m/12516ft 3 Runways, longest: 3815m/12516ft (paved)
Source: OpenAIP
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Jet A1
Jet A1: Truck · 0500-2100 UTC · OOH O/R
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€2.10 / L |
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↓ 5 kt
→L 3 kt
Wind
210° · 6 kt
Temperature
15°C
Dew point
12°C
Visibility
10km+
QNH
1017 hPa
Ceiling
2100 BKN
Potential hazards:
Reduced visibility or low ceiling conditions.
BR
2-Hour Trend
Temporary (TEMPO)
IFR
[29015G30KT 4000 RADZ BKN012]
→ 290° 15 kt G30 · 4km · Rain Drizzle (RADZ) · Broken (BKN) 1200ft
Cloud layers
5000
2500
0 ft
FEW 600ft
BKN 2100ft
BKN 2600ft
METAR: 11 mins · aviationweather.gov
| Rwy | Cross | Head |
|---|---|---|
| 24 | →L 3 kt | 5 kt ↑ |
| 13 | ←R 6 kt | 1 kt ↑ |
| 31 | →L 6 kt | 1 kt ↓ |
| 06 | ←R 3 kt | 5 kt ↓ |
18:00Z → 19:00Z
VFR
[14005KT 9999 BKN035]
140° 5 kt · 9.7 km · Broken (BKN) 3500ft
Tomorrow 16:00Z → Thu 00:00Z
VFR
[BECMG 12003KT 9999 BKN035]
Becoming (BECMG)
120° 3 kt · 9.7 km · Broken (BKN) 3500ft
Tomorrow 07:00Z → Tomorrow 10:00Z
IFR
[PROB40 TEMPO BKN008]
Probability (PROB) 40 Temporary (TEMPO)
Broken (BKN) 800ft
High probability of severe conditions in the forecast.
PROB40 IFR
Tomorrow 03:00Z → Tomorrow 07:00Z
IFR
[PROB30 TEMPO BKN008]
Probability (PROB) 30 Temporary (TEMPO)
Broken (BKN) 800ft
High probability of severe conditions in the forecast.
PROB30 IFR
19:00Z → 22:00Z
IFR
[TEMPO 29020G30KT 4007 RA DZ BKN012]
Temporary (TEMPO)
290° 20 kt G30 · 4.0 km · Rain (RA), Drizzle (DZ) · Broken (BKN) 1200ft
19:00Z → Tomorrow 16:00Z
VFR
[BECMG 26005KT 9999 BKN035]
Becoming (BECMG)
260° 5 kt · 9.7 km · Broken (BKN) 3500ft
METAR EDDK 271920Z AUTO 21006KT 9999 4300 -RADZ BR FEW006 BKN021 BKN026 15/12 Q1017 TEMPO 29015G30KT 4000 RADZ BKN012 TAF AMD EDDK 271829Z 2718/2824 14005KT 9999 BKN035 BECMG 2719/2722 26005KT TEMPO 2719/2722 29020G30KT 4000 RADZ BKN012 PROB30 TEMPO 2803/2807 BKN008 PROB40 TEMPO 2807/2810 BKN008 BECMG 2816/2819 12003KT
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Pilot Comments for EDDK
Johannes
Last update 2021-08-02: For two IFR approaches with low approach, EDDK was OK.
PPR for the IFR approaches on the day of flight had to be obtained in advance via the watch supervisor in Langen. Because other flight schools had already reserved capacity, we had to reschedule our flight.
Controllers and Tower were very friendly and helpful. As a slow 100 kt aircraft, we were vectored onto the approach just before the FAF. "Best forward speed" makes the controllers happy.
Between approaches a "visual break" is offered, which eases the workload for approach control and is therefore appreciated if accepted. For the approach to 14L, that meant turning left before the threshold and proceeding to Wipper VOR (essentially a tighter variant of SID WYP5F).
Landing was unfortunately prohibitively expensive.
Overall, an experience you do once for the EDDK experience. For regular IFR training, other airfields with higher training value are more suitable.
AirfieldBot
IFR and VFR operations are possible at EDDK, with friendly and professional ATC consistently highlighted. IFR approaches may require PPR on the day of flight, coordinated via Langen; capacity can be limited due to other bookings. Visual breaks between approaches are encouraged for training. VFR PPR can be obtained by email to the Verkehrszentrale. No ultralight aircraft are permitted.
Fees for non-commercial GA are high, with single-visit totals for landing, handling, parking, and related charges typically ranging from about €170 to €400 for short stays; overnight or multi-day parking can exceed €600 in some cases. Example: total charges about €250–€300 for a short stop including handling and parking; another example: fees, handling, and overnight parking about €400. Night landings or late arrivals incur significantly higher fees. Avgas is not available.
Ground handling is provided by BAC Cologne (ops@bac-cologne.com), with mandatory bus or van transfers between aircraft and the GAT/terminal area; walking access to the apron is not possible. The GAT is located outside the main airport area, requiring all passengers and crew to use shuttle transport. Follow-me service is standard to parking stands; pushback may be mandatory even when aprons appear empty, especially on certain stands.
Facilities at the GAT include a lounge, basic refreshments (coffee), and a flight planning room with internet access. Car hire can be arranged for delivery to the GAT; transfer times from landing to car keys are reported as efficient (as little as 12 minutes). Security procedures are thorough, with full scans for returning crew and passengers.
Access to downtown Cologne is convenient: after passport control at the crew facility, it takes about two minutes on foot to reach the train station, with rapid connections into the city.
Procedures vary; see AIP/NOTAM for operational details. EDDK offers efficient service and excellent ATC but is not cost-effective for routine GA use due to high fees and mandatory handling.