Merchtem Airfield
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 45m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Merchtem Airfield
Merchtem Airfield is a closed in Merchtem, Belgium. It sits at an elevation of 150 ft (46 m).
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(8)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOWER CTA BRUSSELS MINUS LUXEMBOURG AND SEA | Class C | CTA | 4500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| BRUSSELS TMA 2 BRUSSELS DEP | Class C | TMA | 2500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| BRUSSELS TMA 1 BRUSSELS DEP | Class C | TMA | 1500 ft MSL | FL195 |
| EB-R78 - TEMPO VFR PROHIBITED ZONE | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL195 |
| EB-R77 - TEMPO VFR PROHIBITED ZONE | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL195 |
| EB-R77 - TEMPO VFR PROHIBITED ZONE | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL195 |
| LOW FLYING AREA GOLF 1 | Special use | Gliding sector | 4500 ft MSL | FL055 |
| EB-R78 - TEMPO VFR PROHIBITED ZONE | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL195 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Belgium airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| TE | 4.2 nm | 198° | Compulsory |
| GB | 4.6 nm | 146° | Compulsory |
| LONDI | 4.7 nm | 048° | Compulsory |
| AT | 5.7 nm | 117° | Compulsory |
| CA | 9.7 nm | 102° | Compulsory |
| PU | 9.8 nm | 092° | Compulsory |
| WISKY | 10.5 nm | 035° | Compulsory |
| ME | 10.7 nm | 066° | Compulsory |
| TANGO | 11 nm | 003° | Compulsory |
| RUPEL | 11.6 nm | 019° | Compulsory |
Named VFR reporting points within ~20 nm; distance and bearing are from the airport reference point. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — check the current VAC/AIP for procedures and whether a report is required.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 492 ft | 20 ft | — |
| ecopower | 492 ft | 144 ft | — |
| ecopower | 492 ft | 121 ft | — |
| Tour du Midi - Zuidertoren | 492 ft | 39 ft | — |
| Tour Rogier - Rogiertoren | 492 ft | 75 ft | — |
| ecopower | 492 ft | 171 ft | — |
| ecopower | 492 ft | 190 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 492 ft | 26 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Merchtem Airfield located?
Merchtem Airfield is closed located in Merchtem, Belgium, at an elevation of 150 ft (46 m).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Merchtem Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.