Midden Zeeland Airport (EHMZ)

Midden Zeeland (EHMZ) features a well-maintained, 1000-meter grass runway reinforced with plastic mats, ensuring usability even after heavy rain. Circuits are flown north of the runway due to gliding activity to the south, and noise abatement procedures require attention to a westerly circuit "kink" and avoidance of overflying a caravan park; details are available on the airfield website. No instrument approaches are published. The airfield operates VFR with straightforward handovers from Dutch Mil and Ostend App.

Landing fees for single-engine aircraft typically fall in the €20–€30 range. Example: landing fee about €30 for three nights’ parking. Parking is available on grass, and hangar space may be arranged on request. Camping under the wing is permitted. All fuel types (100LL, Jet-A1, Mogas/Super 98) are available; payment is possible by card at the pump.

Facilities include a popular restaurant/café with terrace overlooking the runway, offering good food and open daily. Free WiFi is available. Bicycles can be borrowed at the airfield (reservation recommended), and two rental cars are usually available for about €40 per day. Taxis to Vlissingen cost around €60 each way; Middelburg is 15–20 minutes by car or accessible via a scenic bicycle ride. The Fletcher Hotel with a small beach is within 1.5 km walking distance; camping and additional accommodation options are nearby.

Customs/immigration is available with 1 hour prior notice using an online form or email to the tower; officers typically check passports at the aircraft for non-Schengen arrivals or departures.

The airfield staff are consistently described as friendly and helpful, assisting with hotel bookings and local arrangements. The environment is scenic, close to beaches and historic towns, making EHMZ suitable for both short stops and longer stays for general aviation pilots seeking leisure or touring opportunities.

Information from ourairports.com:

• 2018-11-19: Firm grass strip that remains firm when wet; on-site fuel available: Avgas, Mogas and Jet A

Source: ourairports.com (one-time import)