Operating times:
Mo–Th 0700-1700 LT; Fr 0700-1700 LT; Sa/Su/Hol 0900-1800 LT
Customs & Immigration:
Customs: on request (24h min) • Immigration: on request (24h min)
Runways
1 RWY, 1311m/4301ft 1 Runway, longest: 1311m/4301ft (paved)
Source: OpenAIP
07/25
Asphalt
Length
1311m
4301ft
4301ft
07/25
Asphalt
Length
1311m/4301ft
1311m/4301ft
Fuel Availability
AVGAS
Jet A1
AVGAS, Jet A1: Station
Source: OpenAIP data. Contact FBO for pricing.
No recent fuel prices – report here. Airfield/FBO? Consider using Aerops.
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↓ 12 kt
←R 2 kt
Wind
260° · 12 kt
Temperature
13°C
Dew point
9°C
Visibility
10km+
QNH
1015 hPa
Ceiling
4000 BKN
Potential hazards:
Tornado, waterspout, or funnel cloud activity.
FC
Cloud layers
5000
2500
0 ft
SCT 1500ft
BKN 4000ft
METAR: 18 mins · aviationweather.gov
| Rwy | Cross | Head |
|---|---|---|
| 25 | ←R 2 kt | 12 kt ↑ |
| 07 | →L 2 kt | 12 kt ↓ |
10:00Z → 14:00Z
IFR
[TEMPO 26015G25KT 4007 SHRA SCT010 BKN020]
Temporary (TEMPO)
260° 15 kt G25 · 4.0 km · Showers Rain (SHRA) · Scattered (SCT) 1000ft · Broken (BKN) 2000ft CB
Thunderstorm activity expected or reported.
CB
05:00Z → 14:00Z
VFR
[24010KT 9999 NSW SCT015 BKN035]
240° 10 kt · 9.7 km · No Significant Weather (NSW) · Scattered (SCT) 1500ft · Broken (BKN) 3500ft
05:00Z → 10:00Z
MVFR
[TEMPO 25010G20KT 6003 -SHRA BKN010]
Temporary (TEMPO)
250° 10 kt G20 · 6.0 km · Light Showers Rain (-SHRA) · Broken (BKN) 1000ft TCU
Thunderstorm activity expected or reported.
CB
METAR ETHN 050720Z 26012KT 9999 SCT015 BKN040 13/09 Q1015 BLU FCST CANCEL TAF ETHN 050419Z 0505/0514 24010KT 9999 NSW SCT015 BKN035 TEMPO 0505/0510 25010G20KT 6000 -SHRA BKN010TCU TEMPO 0510/0514 26015G25KT 4000 SHRA SCT010 BKN020CB
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Pilot Comments for ETHN
Johannes
Last update 2015-12-04: Good IFR training field (ILS/NDB). PAR unfortunately u/s. Outside radar ops hours, IFR training requires prior coordination with Langen ACC => check NOTAMs; times sometimes change several times per week.
- Rather old and thus very compact IFR approach procedures => saves time and allows more approaches, but they need to be flown precisely.
- Everyone very nice & friendly
- Coffee free of charge.
- Fees inexpensive: e.g. Grumman Tiger AA5 (999kg): landing 5,50€, IFR approach 12€
- MOGAS available
- At the approach end RWY 25, a road crosses the runway; it is closed by a red light during approaches.
- Busy helicopter traffic (civ + mil) is quite a show.
AirfieldBot
ETHN (Niederstetten) is a joint military and civil airfield offering both IFR and VFR approaches, including ILS and RNP procedures. Operations are described as friendly and relaxed, with both military and civil controllers accommodating. Runway length is 1336 meters with standard controlled airspace procedures; helicopter activity (civil and military) is common. Choice of runway direction may be possible in light wind conditions. Procedures may vary; see AIP/NOTAM.
Landing fees are generally low. Example: landing fee about €10–€30.
A restaurant or café is present but not always open; coffee is often available regardless of restaurant hours, sometimes free of charge. Fuel is available but may be limited in quantity; advance inquiry is advised.
Customs can be arranged with prior notice via an online form on the airport website; officers may not always be present, but customs clearance is possible for international arrivals.
Ground transport options include occasional buses and taxis; the town of Niederstetten is about 4 km from the airfield. The overall atmosphere is welcoming, making ETHN suitable for general aviation visits.