Civil Airfield Letnany (LKLT)

Letnany (LKLT) is a grass airfield within the Kbely military CTR, suitable for VFR and Y/Z IFR arrivals and departures. Both runways (05L/23R and 05R/23L) are available; 05L/23R is generally smoother and preferred, while 05R/23L can be rough with significant bumps and undulations. Taxiways are often very uneven, so taxi slowly and with care. Markings on runways and taxiways can be unclear, especially in poor visibility or after rain, so review the published procedures on the airport website before arrival. All fuels (100LL, 91UL, Mogas) are usually available; Jet A1 may not always be in stock—check NOTAMs or email in advance.

Coordination with Kbely Tower is required for entry and exit through the military CTR; handover to Letnany Info occurs close to the field. The circuit is tight, and published entry points must be followed. For Z departures, coordinate with Praha Flow Management as per ENR 1.9.1.5.1. English is spoken on frequency, but some ground staff may have limited English skills.

Fees are at the upper end of normal for GA in the region. Example: landing and one night parking about €45–€80 depending on duration and number of passengers; passenger fee about 180 CZK per person, pilot/co-pilot excluded; parking is charged per calendar day rather than per 24 hours. Example: landing about €20; overnight parking about €20–€30; hangar about €20 per day when available.

Staff are consistently described as friendly and helpful, offering assistance with parking, refueling, and arranging taxis or guidance to public transport. However, there are multiple reports of strict enforcement of airfield rules with significant penalties (up to €200) for procedural errors such as taxiing outside marked areas or operating outside published hours—review local procedures carefully.

There is no restaurant or bar onsite; only a vending machine is available in the small terminal building. The large Kbely Aviation Museum is a 5–15 minute walk from the airfield and free to enter. Metro line C (Letnany station) is a 10–15 minute walk from the field; from there it takes about 20–30 minutes to reach central Prague by public transport. Taxis or ride-hailing services cost around €10–€25 to the city center depending on provider and traffic; when booking a taxi, specify "Aeroklub Praha Letnany" to avoid confusion.

Customs/police attendance can be arranged for non-Schengen flights by submitting a request via the airport website (typically PNR M-F 24hr/O/T 48hr); police may not always arrive punctually but issues are usually resolved with staff assistance.

Letnany offers excellent access to Prague for GA pilots but requires careful attention to procedures due to its location within controlled airspace and strict local rules. Facilities are basic but functional, service is generally very good, and ground access to Prague is fast and convenient by metro or taxi.