Hradčany Airfield
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 16h 5m 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 Hradčany Airfield
Hradčany Airport is a former military airport within the area of Ralsko in Liberec Region, northern Czech Republic. Built toward the end of World War II for the Luftwaffe, it was expanded after the war. In 1968 the Soviet Army took control and set up a large air base here. However, after the Soviets left in 1991, the airport was abandoned and it is now neglected and damaged.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
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(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CECHY WEST | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL095 |
| FIR LKAA | Special use | FIR | GND | FL460 |
| CECHY EAST | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL095 |
| PGZ HRADCANY | Special use | Gliding sector | GND | 4000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Czech Republic airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel Ještěd | 262 ft | 3,274 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 833 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 860 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,027 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,033 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Hradčany Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Hradčany Airfield located?
Hradčany Airfield is small airport located in Kuřívody, Czech Republic, at an elevation of 912 ft (278 m).
What time zone is Hradčany Airfield in?
Hradčany Airfield is in the Europe/Prague time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Hradčany Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Hradčany Airfield is approximately 5.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Hradčany Airfield?
The nearest airport to Hradčany Airfield is Ramŝ Airfield (CZ-0054), about 7.4 nm to the w, followed by Česká Lípa Airfield and Druzcov u Lípy Ultralight Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Hradčany Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.