Borkum Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 56m 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 Borkum Airport
Borkum Airfield is an airfield serving Borkum, an island and a municipality in the Leer district in the German state of Lower Saxony.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Borkum Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: ETNT.
Live weather
ETNTNOTAMs
ETNTReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
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 (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 / 31 | 3,281 ft / 1,000 m | 66 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 12 / 30▸ displaced | 2,854 ft / 870 m | 131 ft | Grs | Unlit | Open |
| 05 / 23 | 2,657 ft / 810 m | 131 ft | Grs | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | Langen Information | 128.525 MHz |
| INFO | Borken Radio | 121.210 MHz |
Airspace in this area(8)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AREA | Class E | Controlled | 2500 ft GND | FL100 |
| EDWW | Special use | FIR | GND | FL245 |
| FIS LANGEN | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL100 |
| ED-R201B TRA-FRIESLAND MON-FRI | Special use | Restricted | FL080 | FL245 |
| ED-R201A TRA-FRIESLAND MON-FRI | Special use | Restricted | FL080 | FL245 |
| ED-R EUC-NORTH | Special use | Restricted | FL080 | FL660 |
| ED-R EUC-NORTH | Special use | Restricted | FL080 | FL660 |
| EUC SEA 1 MON-FRI | Special use | Restricted | FL055 | FL660 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Germany airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: SW (from about 225°), on 11% of observations, averaging 9 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 33% | -1,328 ft | |
| Feb | 45% | -1,238 ft | |
| Mar | 53% | -1,088 ft | |
| Apr | 62% | -859 ft | |
| May | 71% | -385 ft | |
| Jun | 66% | 152 ft | |
| Jul | 73% | 263 ft | |
| Aug | 79% | 358 ft | |
| Sep | 66% | -49 ft | |
| Oct | 60% | -368 ft | |
| Nov | 39% | -890 ft | |
| Dec | 35% | -1,073 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,328–358 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 230 ft | 16 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 197 ft | 26 ft | — |
| Küstenfunkstelle Borkum | — | 26 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Borkum Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Borkum Airport?
The ICAO code for Borkum Airport is EDWR, and its IATA code is BMK.
Where is Borkum Airport located?
Borkum Airport is small airport located in Borkum, Germany, at an elevation of 3 ft (1 m).
How many runways does Borkum Airport have?
Borkum Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 3,281 ft / 1,000 m.
What time zone is Borkum Airport in?
Borkum Airport is in the Europe/Berlin time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Borkum Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Borkum Airport is approximately 3.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Borkum Airport?
The nearest airport to Borkum Airport is Juist Airport (JUI), about 13.4 nm to the ene, followed by Norden-Norddeich Airport and Norderney Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Borkum Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.